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Strep throat (or "Streptococcal pharyngitis", or "Streptococcal Sore Throat") is a form of Group A streptococcal infection that affects the pharynx. Symptoms The signs and symptoms of strep throat are red, sore throat with white patches on tonsils, swollen lymph nodes in the neck, fever over 101 Fahrenheit (38 degrees Celsius), and headache. Nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain are more common in children. Cough is infrequent in older patients, but younger children may experience cold-l ...
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Complications
... Although strep throat in itself isn''t dangerous, it may lead to serious complications if left untreated. These complications include other infections, such as: Tonsillitis or a collection of pus arou...
Source: MayoClinic
Treatment ... If you or your child has strep throat, your doctor will likely prescribe an oral antibiotic such as penicillin, amoxicillin (Amoxil, Trimox), azithromycin (Zithromax), clarithromycin (Biaxin), clindam...
Source: MayoClinic
Self-care ... In most cases, antibiotics will quickly wipe out the bacteria behind the infection. In the meantime, try these tips to relieve symptoms of strep throat: Get plenty of rest. Sleep helps the body fight ...
Source: MayoClinic
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Resources
- Group A Streptococcal Infections (Cleveland Clinic)
- Strep throat (Google Health)
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