septic sore throat

septic sore throat

n.

An infection of the throat caused by hemolytic streptococci and marked by fever and inflammation of the tonsils. Also called strep throat.

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septic sore throat

Etymology: Gk, septikos, putrid; AS, sar + throte

a severe throat infection, usually caused by a streptococcus strain, resulting in fever and marked exhaustion.

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septic sore throat,

n a severe throat infection, usually caused by a
Streptococcus strain, resulting in fever and marked exhaustion.

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Patient discussion about septic sore throat.

Q. My friend think she has strep in her throat. What should she do. She doesn't want to take antibiotics. Her glands are swollen and she feels kinda out of it. Any more information or links would be greatly appreciated.

A. she should go to a Dr. that will take a look and a swab of the area. if he'll suspect a Strep. he'll give her antibiotics before getting results. it's important to follow antibiotic instructions ("10 days, 3 times a day"..).those infection can progress to other organs like the heart valves (very common) and cause chronic heart failure.