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When one has a disease that the immune system is currently fighting against (strep throat), the other immune defenses are slightly decreased in order to ramp up the specific immune cells attacking the current infection. Therefore, combating strep throat could leave the body open to other opportunistic infections such as pneumonia, especially in the elderly.
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How do you know if it is sore throat or strep throat?
It's called a sore throat because it hurts. If you feel pain in your throat, that is a sore throat.
Could strep throat be a sign of HIV exposure?
Sore throat is one symptom but strep throat is syrep throat
Why does your throat keep burning?
You may have a sore throat or strep throat
What are some symptoms you have to have to have strep throat?
A very sore throat
What is the difference between strep and sore throat?
strep is somthing like tonsilitus and a sore throught is just wen ur throat hurts
Can infants get sore throats?
Infants also get strep throat.
What are the various kinds of throat infection?
=== === * sore throat * tonsillitis * strep throat
Does strep throat affect the kidneys?
Strep throat can lead to acute glomerulonephritis.
How can I cure my strep throat today?
Symptoms of strep throat can include a sore throat, swollen lymph nodes, and chills. There are many home remedies for a sore throat, but if you suspect you may have strep throat, you should consult with your doctor. Typically, you will need to be prescribed an antibiotic to dispose of this bacteria.
Does cancer in your throat feel like a really bad sore throat?
There are many conditions that can cause a severe sore throat including strep throat. Cancer of the throat can cause the throat to feel sore. When you have a persistent sore throat consult a physician.
What of these is not a virus Chickenpox Influenza The common cold Strep throat?
Strep throat is a bacterial infection, the others are viral. "Strep" in Strep throat stands for Streptococcus, which is the name of the type of bacteria that cause this infection and sore throat.
What is the icd9 code for sore throat?
462 is the ICD9 code for sore throat. If you know why the throat is sore, the code should be more specific. For instance, 034.0 is strep pharyngitis.
