Strep throat

Strep throat is a condition that causes a sore throat, otherwise known as pharyngitis. Strep throat is caused by the bacteria Group A Streptococcus.

Strep throat is spread by person-to-person contact with fluids from the nose or saliva. It usually spreads among family or household members.

In order to make a diagnosis, your doctor will perform a rapid strep test to determine if group A strep bacteria is causing your sore throat. If the strep test is positive, your doctor will prescribe you antibiotics.

The best way to prevent strep throat is to wash your hands frequently and avoid sharing eating utensils, like forks or cups. It is  important for anyone with a sore throat to wash their hands often and cover coughs and sneezes.

Strep throat is caused by the bacteria Group A Streptococcus.

Strep throat is spread by person-to-person contact with fluids from the nose or saliva. It usually spreads among family or household members.

See your doctor for a sudden sore throat with fever, swollen glands, or white patches on the tonsils, since strep needs antibiotics. Seek urgent care for trouble breathing or swallowing, or drooling.