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Streptococcal pharyngitis, also known as streptococcal sore throat (strep throat), is pharyngitis (an infection of the pharynx, the back of the throat) caused by Streptococcus pyogenes, a gram-positive, group A streptococcus. [9] [10] Common symptoms include fever, sore throat, red tonsils, and enlarged lymph nodes in the front
Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes which spreads by direct contact: Risk factors: Day care, crowding, poor nutrition, diabetes mellitus, contact sports, breaks in the skin [3] [4] Prevention: Hand washing, avoiding infected people, cleaning injuries [3] Treatment: Based on symptoms [3] Medication: Antibiotics (mupirocin, fusidic ...
Strep throat is caused by the bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes, or group A streptococcus. "These bacteria are contagious and can be spread through droplets when someone coughs or sneezes or through ...
Erysipelas (/ ˌ ɛ r ə ˈ s ɪ p ə l ə s /) is a relatively common bacterial infection of the superficial layer of the skin (upper dermis), extending to the superficial lymphatic vessels within the skin, characterized by a raised, well-defined, tender, bright red rash, typically on the face or legs, but which can occur anywhere on the skin.
Group A streptococcal infections are a number of infections with Streptococcus pyogenes, a group A streptococcus (GAS). [1] S. pyogenes is a species of beta-hemolytic Gram-positive bacteria that is responsible for a wide range of infections that are mostly common and fairly mild. If the bacteria enters the bloodstream, the infection can become ...
Streptococcal pharyngitis or strep throat is caused by a group A beta-hemolytic streptococcus (GAS). [20] It is the most common bacterial cause of cases of pharyngitis (15–30%). [19] Common symptoms include fever, sore throat, and large lymph nodes. It is a contagious infection, spread by close contact with an infected individual.
Symptoms may include fever, rash, skin peeling, and low blood pressure. [1] There may also be symptoms related to the specific underlying infection such as mastitis, osteomyelitis, necrotising fasciitis, or pneumonia. [1] TSS is typically caused by bacteria of the Streptococcus pyogenes or Staphylococcus aureus type, though others may also be ...
A carbuncle is a cluster of boils caused by bacterial infection, most commonly with Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes. [1] The presence of a carbuncle is a sign that the immune system is active and fighting the infection. [2]