Strep Throat (Streptococcal Pharyngitis) - Symptoms, Causes, and Doctors- My Mediland

About- Strep throat also called Streptococcal pharyngitis is a bacterial infection that may cause sore and scratchy throat. In a severe case, it can cause complications including kidney inflammation or rheumatic fever.

Symptoms-

Regular throat pain

Difficulty swallowing

Red and swollen tonsils

Swollen lymph nodes in the neck

A sore, red throat with white patches

Fever

Headache

Rash

Nausea or vomiting

Body aches

Chills

A loss of appetite

Causes-
The cause of Strep throat is highly contagious bacteria known as Streptococcuspyogenes, or group A streptococcus. They can be spread through

Airborne droplets when an infected person coughs or sneezes

Shared food or drinks

Contact with a doorknob or other surface and transfer them to the nose, mouth or eyes.

Specialists to visit
Pediatrician
Infectious Disease Specialist
General Physician

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References-
https://www.healthline.com
https://www.mayoclinic.org
https://en.wikipedia.org
https://www.webmd.com
https://www.emedicinehealth.com