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2. Pharyngitis - Wikipedia

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   Common symptoms include fever, sore throat, and large lymph nodes. It is a contagious infection, spread by close contact with an infected individual. A definitive diagnosis is made based on the results of a throat culture. Antibiotics are useful to both prevent complications (such as rheumatic fever) and speed recovery. [21]

3. Here's the difference between a sore throat and strep - AOL

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   Until the antibiotics kick in and clear the infection up, there are things that can minimize the pain and discomfort associated with strep throat. These include throat sprays, cough drops ...

4. Sore throat - Wikipedia

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   The majority of sore throats are caused by a virus, for which antibiotics are not helpful. [2] For sore throat caused by bacteria (GAS), treatment with antibiotics may help the person get better faster, reduce the risk that the bacterial infection spreads, prevent retropharyngeal abscesses and quinsy, and reduce the risk of other complications ...

5. Streptococcal pharyngitis - Wikipedia

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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

6. 7 Reasons Why Your Throat May Be Sore—and How To Get ... - AOL

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   7 Reasons for a Sore Throat 1. Viral infections. ... this is another time when Dr. Lomas says it’s a good idea to see your doctor as you may have a bacterial infection that requires antibiotics. ...

7. This home remedy for sore throat is kid-friendly and probably ...

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   While strep throat, which is caused by bacteria, can also lead to a sore throat, only about 30% of kids and 10% of adults with a sore throat have strep, according to the Centers for Disease ...