81. UpToDate Patient Information: Strep Throat strep throat is present in only about 10 percent of adults seeking medical If three or four are missing, the patient will not have a strep throat 80 http://patients.uptodate.com/topic.asp?file=inf_immu/6728

82. Strep Throat : Student Health Services, Oregon State University So, what s the big deal about a simple sore throat? strep throat is caused by a bacteria called Group A Beta Streptococcus (Strep). http://studenthealth.oregonstate.edu/topics/strep-throat.php

SHS Home General Info Influenza Info Pharmacy ... HFC Search SHS [Search Help] Student Health Services SHS Strep Throat Is It Just a Sore Throat? The Strep Connection Tylenol or Ibuprofen may help other systems. To avoid risk of Reyes Syndrome, do not use aspirin if you are under 20 years of age. Topical analgesic sprays such as Chloraseptic, or Axon, may help relieve sore throat discomfort. Along with the medication, it is important to drink plenty of fluids, eat properly and rest. Avoid exercise until fever has subsided for at least 24 hours. Significance So, what's the big deal about a simple sore throat? "Strep throat" is caused by a bacteria called Group A Beta Streptococcus (Strep). If untreated, this bacteria can cause serious complications such as Rheumatic Fever and Glomerulonephritis. Rheumatic Fever is a disease characterized by general malaise but can lead to permanent damage of the heart valves. Glomerulonephritis is a condition in which the small filtering units of the kidney (glomeruli) are damaged which may result in buildup of waste products that can cause kidney failure. Untreated or incompletely treated strep throat can cause one to become a "carrier" who is asymptomatic but infectious to others. So strep throat is not just an inconvenience, it's a potential threat to long-term health. Symptoms Any or all of the following symptoms may be present: rapid onset of sore throat difficulty swallowing loss of appetite fever and chills muscle aches headache neck pain, due to swollen lymph nodes

83. Strep Throat CHOICE For Somerset Medical Center Health and wellness services, medical information, and interactive health features for our user community. http://community.healthgate.com/getcontent.asp?siteid=smc&docid=/dci/strepthroat

84. Strep Throat strep throat is a bacterial throat infection that can be contagious. strep throat is caused by the bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes. It is spread by http://healthgate.partners.org/browsing/browseContent.asp?fileName=11535.xml&tit

85. Sore Throat Test for strep throat, Investigation, CAT (Critically Appraised Topic), Association of Clinical Biochemists. Antibiotics for sore throat (Cochrane Review) http://www.antibioticresistance.org.uk/ARFAQs.nsf/categories/Sore Throat?OpenDoc

86. TONSILLITIS AND SORE THROAT Cases of strep throat require antibiotics. It is very important to finish all antibiotic pills, even if symptoms go away. Get plenty of bed rest. http://www.metrohealth.org/HI/indexes/EARN4459.htm

TONSILLITIS AND SORE THROAT Sore throats often involve the tonsils. These are the pair of rounded tissues on either side of the back of the throat. The tonsils help fight infections, but they can become infected themselves. Acute tonsillitis goes along with many throat infections, including strep throat. It is most common in children between the ages of 5 and 10. It usually lasts 4 to 6 days. However, tonsillitis can become a chronic or recurring problem in children or adults. ACUTE TONSILLITIS BEGINS WITH A MILD TO SEVERE SORE THROAT. OTHER SYMPTOMS MAY INCLUDE: * fever * swollen, tender neck glands * headache * muscle and joint pain * loss of appetite * earache * breathing through the mouth and * nausea or vomiting A person with tonsillitis should go to a healthcare provider for a THROAT CULTURE to check for strep throat. This is especially important for children. Cases of strep throat require antibiotics. It is very important to finish all antibiotic pills, even if symptoms go away. Get plenty of bed rest. Drink plenty of liquids, even though it hurts. Eat soft foods, such as ice cream, soup, or pudding. It helps to gargle with warm salt water. Many viruses, including mononucleosis, cause tonsillitis. These infections do not require antibiotics. For children age 18 or younger, use medication other than aspirin, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol), to relieve pain or reduce fever.

87. ThirdAge: Strep Throat Definition. strep throat is a bacterial throat infection that can be contagious. strep throat is caused by the bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes. http://www.thirdage.com/healthgate/files/11535.html

Strep Throat Definition Causes Risk Factors Symptoms ... Prevention Definition Strep throat is a bacterial throat infection that can be contagious. Sore Throat due to Inflammation www.nucleusinc.com Causes Strep throat is caused by the bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes . It is spread by: Coughing and sneezing of people who have strep throat Touching a contaminated surface and then touching your eyes, nose, or mouth Risk Factors A risk factor is something that increases your chance of getting a disease or condition. Risk factors for strep throat include: Age: School-aged children Family member or friend who has strep throat Click or Scroll for More Content Symptoms Symptoms of strep throat include: Red, sore throat with white patches Painful, difficult swallowing Bad breath Swollen, sore glands in the neck Fever Nausea (and possibly vomiting) Decreased appetite Rash Muscle aches and pains Fatigue Diagnosis Your doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history, and perform a physical exam. Tests to detect strep throat may be used and include: Throat culture Rapid strep screen While only a rapid strep screen or throat culture can confidently distinguish strep throats from thosed caused by virus infection, by carefully evaluating symptoms and findings doctors can often make a “best guess” diagnosis even without lab tests.

88. Health 24 - Medical - Head 2 Toe strep throat should be diagnosed as quickly as possible because of the serious Other signs of strep throat are a sore throat without other cold symptoms http://www.health24.com/medical/Head2Toe/777-778-781,11891.asp

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89. Sore Throat In Children - Keep Kids Healthy Symptom Guide A discussion of the common causes of a sore throat in children, including strep, viruses, mono, and herpangina. http://www.keepkidshealthy.com/symptoms/sorethroat.html

Bookstore Site Map Contact Us Help ... What's New? Search this site: Advanced Search Main Menu Useful Tools Index of Topics Pediatric Problems Parenting Tips ... Web Links Online Resources What's New Reviews Growth Charts Online Forums ... Pediatric News Newsletters: Subscribe to get free news, tips and updates. Recommend Us tell a friend about us or email this page to a friend Advertisement Children's pain and fever reducers Main Symptom Guide Sore Throat While most parents are worried about strep throat when their child has a throat infection, their are also many viruses that cause infections that look very similar to strep. If your child has a sore throat with fever and a red, swollen throat or tonsils with white pus on them, then he should be seen by his physician so that he can be tested for strep throat. If the tests for strep are negative, then your child's throat infection is caused by a virus and antibiotics will not work. Viral infections of the throat usually improve in two to three days without treatment. Strep throat : caused by the bacteria group A streptococci. It is most common in children over three years old and begins with a fever, a red, swollen throat and tonsils that can have a white coating of pus, swollen glands, decreased appetite and energy level. If strep throat is suspected as the cause of tonsillitis in your child, your doctor will do a throat swab to confirm that there is infection with strep bacteria. This infection is easily treated with antibiotics, usually penicillin. Your child will no longer be contagious after being on an antibiotic for twenty four hours. It is important to take a complete course of antibiotics to prevent your child from getting rheumatic fever.

90. Sore Throat Easing The Pain Of A Sore Throat Familydoctor.org Information about sore throat by the American Academy of Family Physicians. http://familydoctor.org/163.xml

Advanced Search familydoctor.org Home Conditions A to Z Infections Sore Throat What causes sore throats? What is tonsillitis? If I have tonsillitis, will I need a tonsillectomy? What is strep throat? ... How can I avoid catching or passing a sore throat? Sore Throat: Easing the Pain of a Sore Throat Printer-friendly version Email this article What causes sore throats? Sore throats can be caused by many things. Viruses (like those that cause colds) can lead to a sore throat. Bacteria can also cause a sore throat, as can smoking, breathing polluted air, drinking alcohol, and hay fever and other allergies. Return to top What is tonsillitis? Tonsillitis means swelling of the tonsils (at the back of your mouth on each side of your throat). It can cause a sore throat and other symptoms. Signs of strep throat and tonsillitis are often alike (see the box below). Tonsillitis is usually caused by bacteria, though sometimes a virus may be involved. Return to top Symptoms of tonsillitis or strep throat Sore throat Fever Headache Vomiting White patches in your throat or on your tonsils Pain when you swallow Swollen, red tonsils

91. Sore Throat - Healthy Kids And Pediatrics - Health And Medical Information Produ A complete listing of health information about kids and teens, including acne, AIDS awareness, allergies and asthma, attention deficit disorders and http://www.medicinenet.com/sore_throat/article.htm

document.writeln(''); MedicineNet Home Healthy Kids Home Page > Sore Throat Search Tips Printer-Friendly Format FREE Newsletters Email to a Friend ... Next Sore Throat (Pharyngitis) What causes a sore throat? What can I do at home for a sore throat? What is Strep throat and why is it different? When should I seek medical care for a sore throat? ... Sore Throat At A Glance What causes a sore throat? A sore throat can have many causes. Some of these are listed below: Many common viruses, and even the viruses that cause mononucleosis (mono) and the flu, can cause a sore throat. Some of the viruses that cause a sore throat can produce blisters in the mouth and throat ("aphthous stomatitis"). Breathing through the mouth can produce throat dryness and soreness. Sinus drainage may cause a sore throat. A sore throat can also be caused by bacteria. The two most common bacteria to cause as sore throat are Streptococcus (which causes strep throat) and Arcanobacterium haemolyticum. Arcanobacterium causes sore throats mainly in young adults and is sometimes associated with a fine red rash A sore throat that lasts for more than 2 weeks can be a sign of a serious illness, such as throat

92. Sore Throat Different kinds of sore throats viral, bacterial, and those caused by dryness and things you can do about them. http://www.drreddy.com/sorethroat.html

Dr. Reddy's Pediatric Office on the Web TM Sore Throat There are many different causes for sore throats. Some causes are easily treated, some require antibiotics, and some cannot be treated at all you just have to wait out the cause, although over-the-counter medicines can help relieve the pain. Sore Throat Due to Dry Air This is actually quite common I get them a lot myself in the winter, especially in cold weather when I forget to fill up the humidifier tanks with water. If the air is dry, your throat can dry out a bit with your breathing and become sore. Solution: drink plenty of fluids and make sure your house is humidified properly. (I have noticed that furnace humidifiers do not do a very good job of keeping the house properly humid. Even with a furnace humidifier you may still need table-top humidifers to stay comfortable.) Sore Throat Due to Coughs, Colds, and Runny Noses Coughing by itself can make your throat feel sore. So can postnasal drip mucus from the nose dripping down the back of the throat. If you have a dry cough, cough suppressants some of which you can buy without a prescription can quieten the cough and cut down on throat irritation. If you are coughing because of postnasal drip, I believe you should

93. Sore Throat - Medical Information On Treatment Options, And Links To Other Sites Information on sore throat, diagnosis, symptoms, treatment issues, and patient information. http://www.mdsa.bc.ca/sore-throat.html

REFINE YOUR SEARCH sore throat sore throat A sore throat, otherwise known as pharyngitis, is a painful inflammation of the throat. Infection of the tonsils, tonsillitis (American English: tonsilitis), often occurs simultaneously. The major cause is infection, of which 90% are viral, the remainder caused by bacterial infection. Some cases of pharyngitis are caused by irritation from agents such as pollutants, chemicals, or smoke. Treatment of a sore throat will vary according to the cause. Antibiotics are only helpful when a bacterial infection is the cause of the sore throat. For bacterial sore throats, antibiotics have been shown to affect the degree of pain by day 5 and shorten the average natural duration from 7 to 6 days. Antibiotics also decrease the number and severity of the complications of bacterial pharyngitis, specifically post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis (an inflammation of the kidney) or rheumatic fever. The incidence of rheumatic fever, dramatically decreased by the use of antibiotics when they were first introduced, seems not to increase as antibiotic use drops off. This may be a result of a change in the prevalence of various strains of bacteria. In underdevelopped regions, untreated bacterial sore throats still give rise to rheumatic heart disease. A popular household remedy is gargling with warm salty water.

94. Sore Throats Sore throat is a symptom of many medical disorders. Infections cause the majority of sore throats and are contagious. http://www.entnet.org/healthinfo/throat/sore_throat.cfm

ENT LINK ENT Health Information Throat Sore Throats Sore Throats What Causes A Sore Throat? Sore throat is a symptom of many medical disorders. Infections cause the majority of sore throats and are contagious. Infections are caused either by viruses such as the flu, the common cold, mononucleosis, or by bacteria such as strep, mycoplasma, or hemophilus. While bacteria respond to antibiotic treatment, viruses do not. Viruses: Most viral sore throats accompany flu or colds along with a stuffy, runny nose, sneezing, and generalized aches and pains. These viruses are highly contagious and spread quickly, especially in winter. The body builds antibodies that destroy the virus, a process that takes about a week. Sore throats accompany other viral infections such as measles, chicken pox, whooping cough, and croup. Canker sores and fever blisters in the throat also can be very painful. "Mono," a severe illness in teenagers but less severe in children, can he transmitted by saliva. So it has been nicknamed the "kissing disease," but it can also be transmitted from mouth-to-hand to hand-to-mouth or by sharing of towels and eating utensils. Bacteria: Strep throat is an infection caused by a particular strain of streptococcus bacteria. This infection can also damage the heart valves (rheumatic fever) and kidneys (nephritis), cause scarlet fever, tonsillitis, pneumonia, sinusitis, and ear infections.

95. Sore Throat CHC Wausau Hospital s Medical Library and Patient Education Center provides research services and healthcare information to physicians, http://www.chclibrary.org/micromed/00065730.html

Main Search Index Definition Description Causes ... Resources Sore throat Definition Sore throat, also called pharyngitis, is a painful inflammation of the mucous membranes lining the pharynx. It is a symptom of many conditions, but most often is associated with colds or influenza . Sore throat may be caused by either viral or bacterial infections or environmental conditions. Most sore throats heal without complications, but they should not be ignored because some develop into serious illnesses. Description Almost everyone gets a sore throat at one time or another, although children in child care or grade school have them more often than adolescents and adults. Sore throats are most common during the winter months when upper respiratory infections (colds) are more frequent. Sore throats can be either acute or chronic. Acute sore throats are the more common. They appear suddenly and last from three to about seven days. A chronic sore throat lasts much longer and is a symptom of an unresolved underlying condition or disease, such as a sinus infection. Sore throats have many different causes, and may or may not be accompanied by cold symptoms

96. SORE THROAT - A Patient's Guide Medic8 Family Health Guide your trusted source for health information online. More than 500 health-related articles written by qualified health http://www.medic8.com/healthguide/articles/sorethroat.html

"Medic8.com - Your trusted source for health information online" Family Health Cosmetic Surgery Medical Dictionary Medical Insurance ... Help HEALTH GUIDE Family Health Cosmetic Surgery Health Insurance Women's Health ... Medical Dictionary TELL A FRIEND Tell A Friend About This Page TOPICS/THEMES Allergies Alternative Health Arthritis Asthma ... Women's Health MISCELLANEOUS Interactive Tutorials Health Products Medical News Medic8 Search ... About Medic8 SORE THROAT - a patient's guide Editorial Team Overview A sore throat is also known as pharyngitis It is usually caused by either a bacterial or viral infection Approximately 90% of cases are caused by viruses Strep throat is the most common bacterial infection and is caused by the bacteria group A streptococci (approximately 10%) A sore throat is contagious in most cases and is spread through coughing and sneezing Sometimes a sore throat is a signal of another underlying medical condition What is it?

97. Symptom: Sore Throat - WrongDiagnosis.com Conditions causing symptom Sore throat including possible medical causes, diseases, disorders, and related symptoms. http://www.wrongdiagnosis.com/sym/sore_throat.htm

Home Symptoms Diseases Risks ... Symptoms Search our medical database Subscribe to our free Newsletter sample Send this page to a friend Condition Lists By Organ By Symptom By Class By Prevalence ... List A-Z Current chapter: Sore throat Next sections Prevalence of Causes of Symptom: Sore throat Next chapters: Sore tongue Sores Spasms Special abilities ... Feedback Symptom: Sore throat Sore throat: Discomfort in the throat or with swallowing Detailed cause information for symptom: Sore throat: Possible causes of symptom: Sore throat (98 conditions) Medical conditions causing symptom: Sore throat (60 conditions) Medical conditions causing complication: Sore throat (1 conditions) Medical articles on symptoms: These general medical articles may be of interest: Symptoms of the Silent Killer Diseases Symptoms and Medical Malpractice Medical mistakes and their rates causes and prevention Deaths and sudden death Types of Sore throat: red throat Symptoms related to Sore throat: fever swallowing difficulty esophagus symptoms esophageal bleeding (0), sore tongue, oral pain, mouth pain, mouth symptoms, throat symptoms Sore throat type of: Common symptoms Pain Throat symptoms Symptoms: symptom center symptom list symptom descriptions all symptoms Possible causes of symptom: Sore throat: The following medical conditions are some of the possible causes of Sore throat as a symptom. There are likely to be other possible causes, so ask your doctor about your symptoms.

98. Remedy For A Sore Throat Ease your sore throat during the dry, winter months with these home remedies. http://mimi.essortment.com/sorethroatreme_risu.htm

Remedy for a sore throat Ease your sore throat during the dry, winter months with these home remedies. During cold and flu season, sore throats can be a real annoyance. During the winter months, breathing through the mouth can cause drying and irritation in the throat. Taking care of a sore throat at home, however, is pretty simple and easy. You just have to know what to do. Sore throat viruses can’t be treated with antibiotics. They just have to run their course, like the common cold. If the sore throat is especially painful, use a pain reliever such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen (Tylenol). Cold liquids may also relieve the pain of a viral sore throat. Older children or adolescents may develop a viral sore throat called infectous mononucleosis or “mono.” If the sore throat lasts longer than a week, mononucleosis may be the reason. Along with the sore throat, the patient will feel much weaker and more tired than usual. Like other viral sore throats, there is no antibiotic cure of mononucleosis. The most common sore throat condition caused by bacteria is strep throat, caused by streptococcal bacteria. A strep throat should be treated with antibiotics because complications could occur if it remains untreated. Complications of strep throat include an absess in the throat (though this is extremely rare) and acute glomerulonephritis, which causes an inflammation in the kidneys.

99. Antibiotic Resistance Education: English Fact Sheet Sore Throat Washington State Department of Health s Antibiotic Resistance Education Program. English Fact Sheet explaining what causes a sore throat and why it is not http://www.doh.wa.gov/Topics/Antibiotics/Sore_Throat_Fact_Sheet.htm

You are here: DOH Home Topics Antibiotics » English Sore Throat Fact Sheet Search Employees Sore Throat Pharyngitis Surprising fact: Only about 15% of the people who go to a doctor with a bad sore throat have strep throat. You need a test to tell for sure. You only need antibiotics if your test shows you have strep throat. What to do: Drink more water. Honey and lemon in hot water or herbal teas are good, too. Gargle with warm salt water. Suck on a hard candy, vitamin C drop or throat lozenge. Take acetaminophen or ibuprofen to relieve pain. Read the label for a child's dose. Call your doctor if: You have a hard time swallowing or breathing. You get a sore throat after being exposed to strep throat. You also have a fever over 101° or rash with a sore throat. You cannot trace the cause to a cold, allergy, smoking, yelling or other irritation. Developed in collaboration with: Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department and Washington AWARE-Washington State Medical Association Sources: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, American Academy of Family Physicians, and Healthwise

100. Sore Throat - Easing The Pain Of A Sore Throat Ask Your Family Doctor Developed by the College of Family Physicians of Canada What causes sore throats? Sore throats can be caused by many things. http://www.cfpc.ca/English/cfpc/programs/patient education/sore throat/default.a

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