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SYMPTOMS OF STREP THROAT
A sore, red throat with white patches A sudden fever, especially if it’s 101˚f or higher Chills Swollen and tender glands (lymph) on the sides of the neck Trouble swallowing
Tonsils are painful and/or swollen A loss of appetite Body aches General discomfort, feeling ill or uneasy Swollen lymph nodes in the neck Headache, nausea and vomiting
COMPLICATIONS
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Potential complications if it is left untreated strep throat can cause serious health condition such as, sinus infection (sinusitis), ear infection (otitis media) , meningitis, pneumonia, kidney disease, rheumatic fever and heart. Of these, rheumatic fever, kidney disease and heart are of most concern.
DIAGNOSIS
Throat culture Rapid antigen test Rapid DNA test
TREATMENT 1. Antibiotics Antibiotics are only used when the throat infection is severe Penicillin and amoxicillin are the most common medications given for a strep infection. It’s important that you finish your antibiotic treatment course to kill the infection completely. Stopping the treatment or medication course in between can trigger a relapse.
2. Surgery
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Tonsillectomy - if somebody, usually has tonsillitis (infection of the tonsils) then the doctor may suggest taking them out surgically (having a tonsillectomy).
3. Alternative Remedies
drinking warm liquids Cool drinks and cool soft foods may help to numb the throat turning on a cool-mist humidifier taking over-the-counter pain relievers, such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen
PREVENTION
Follow a rich and a well-balanced diet to boost the immune system Regular exercise helps the immune system. Lack of sleep weakens your immune system.
Quit smoking Wash your hands regularly; it is an effective way of preventing most infections. Cover the mouth when coughing - this protects other people. Isolate personal items
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