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Secondary strep infections invade tissue already weakened by injury or illness. They frequently affect the bones, ears, eyes, joints, or intestines.
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How do primary strep infections work?
Primary strep infections invade healthy tissue, and most often affect the throat.
You have several strep infections this yearmy husband tested positive for strep with no symptomsis it possible he is a carrier and you keep getting it from him?
Yes it is very possible the same thing happens to me when I was I first grade.
Can you get strep infections on your skin?
Yes
Is strep throat self limiting?
Yes. Mostly strep throat infections are self-limiting.
Why is there not a vaccine for strep throat?
The simple answer is because strep throat is caused by bacteria, and vaccines are for viral infections.
How serious are streptococcal infections?
Some strep infections don't produce symptoms. Some are fatal.
How do you get strep b?
Strep-b is a bacteria that lives in the intestine, vagina, or rectol areas.
What secondary bacterial infections can a person get with a common cold?
Colds make the upper respiratory system less resistant to bacterial infection. Secondary bacterial infection may lead to middle ear infection, bronchitis, pneumonia, sinus infection, or strep throat.
What does the prefix strep indicate?
The prefix "strep" indicates that something is related to a group of bacteria called Streptococcus. This group of bacteria commonly causes infections such as strep throat and skin infections.
Can all type A strep infections cause rheumatic fever?
yes
What infections can you get from riding the public bus?
Flu cold TB Strep MRSA
What does scarlet fever cause?
Scarlet fever is a rash that is caused by strep infections.
