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Strep Throat
Strep throat is a contagious disease caused by the Streptococci bacteria. It is most common among kids and teens. All questions concerning symptoms, treatments and contraction can be found here.
639 Questions
Yes a severe sore throat could be strep throat, even without any visible marks or patches on the throat or tongue. I have tested positive for strep throat without any vomiting, stomach problems, or any oral patches to be seen several times.
Is strep throat dangerous for a 4 month old a family member has it?
I really can't help much but say that my 4 month old just had strep; she got it from her older brother and her pediatrician was not overly concerned but did mention that it is very rare in children under 2.
What if your tounsils have been swollon for 7 months ever since you had strep throut?
You will probably have to get them tooken out depending on how big they are
Is there anything you can do if you have been exposed to strep throat?
No.
Just call your doctor if you get a sore throat within the 1 to 3 weeks after the exposure.
Can you get strep if you drink off the person a week before they got strep throat?
Most probably, not.
What are strep throat syntems?
Although most sore throats are caused by viruses, the classic symptoms of a strep throat (bacterial infection) include:
1) Sore throat
2) Fever, often 101-degrees or higher
3) Tender lymph nodes in the front of your neck
4) Absence of cough (not a symptom)
5) Pus on your tonsils
What are the three things you expect to find if you inspect the throat?
You need to see if you can find the patch of diphtheria. (Which is never seen by the contributor.) Then redness of throat and enlargement of tonsils.
What are facts about strep throat?
You can have the strep throat bacteria and pass it on to make others sick but not be sick or on medication. If a Group A Beta hemolytic Strep occurs specially in children it can lead to a heart disease later in life with recurrent attacks it can also lead to a kidney disease.
How do you get rid of throat ache fast?
Most sore throats are viral, and will get better in 7-10 days. Pain relievers and salt-water gargles can be helpful with symptoms. If you're not sure if yours is viral, and think antibiotics may be needed, contact your health care provider.
Answer
If you have allergies, try taking an antihistamine before going to bed. You may have a sore throat due to nasal dripping while you sleep. Also, gargling with warm salt water, drinking warm drinks throughout the day may relieve the symptoms. If you also have a headache, stomach ache or if your throat has spots on it, don't wait; check in with your doctor for a diagnosis.
Why does Kevin's voice sound different in the hospitital?
He may be upset or excited, or simply be suffering from strep throat.
