07/22/2024
Strep throat (streptococcal pharyngitis) is a bacterial infection that causes a sore throat and other symptoms. 🤒
Symptoms include:
• Fever
• Chills
• Red, sore throat with white patches
• Pain when swallowing
• Swollen, tender neck glands
• General ill feeling
Symptoms usually appear 2–5 days after exposure and can be mild or severe. Strep throat is most common in children ages 5–15, but anyone can get it.
It's spread by person-to-person contact with fluids from the nose or saliva, or by touching an infected surface and then transferring the bacteria to the nose or mouth by hand.
Strep throat is diagnosed with a rapid strep test. Treatment is a full course of antibiotics, typically amoxicillin. 💊
If your child is experiencing any of these symptoms, Mobile Mendy can diagnose and treat as soon as possible. Book an appointment at www.mobilemendy.com or call 602-769-1137.