streptococcal pharyngitis (strep·tō·kôˑ·k
l far·in·jīˑ·tis),
streptococcal pharyngitis
Patient discussion about streptococcal pharyngitis.
l far·in·jīˑ·tis),n an inflammation of the pharynx caused by infection from
Streptococcus. Spread by direct contact from person-to-person. It is typically indicated by the presence of a sore and/or red throat, an impaired ability to swal-low, sudden onset of fever, and the swelling of the lymph nodes. Also called
strep throat.
Streptococcus. Spread by direct contact from person-to-person. It is typically indicated by the presence of a sore and/or red throat, an impaired ability to swal-low, sudden onset of fever, and the swelling of the lymph nodes. Also called
strep throat.
streptococcal pharyngitis
Strep throat, see there
Patient discussion about streptococcal pharyngitis.
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.
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