Strep Throat - How To Tell
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Strep Throat: How to Identify It
Overview
Strep throat is a condition characterized by a red, sore throat, swollen lymph nodes in the neck, fever, headache, and white spots on the tonsils. In children, it may also cause abdominal pain, nausea, and even vomiting. Unlike the common cold, strep throat does not typically include symptoms like a stuffy nose, sneezing, and coughing.
Identifying Strep Throat
If you're experiencing the symptoms mentioned above, it’s likely you have strep throat. If left untreated, you could unknowingly spread the infection to others for two to three weeks. However, once treatment begins, the contagious period typically reduces to just 24 to 48 hours.
Strep throat is often contracted through close contact with an infected person. It’s also possible, though less common, to catch it from contaminated food.
Confirming Diagnosis
To confirm if you have strep throat, visiting a doctor is crucial. Your physician can perform a throat swab to test for the bacteria via a rapid strep test. This quick procedure provides results in just 5 to 10 minutes. If the initial test is negative, a follow-up culture may be conducted, which can take up to two days.
If both tests show negative results and you are on medication, it's essential to stop taking antibiotics, as this might indicate a viral infection that requires different treatment.
By recognizing symptoms early and consulting a healthcare professional, you can ensure appropriate care and prevent the spread of strep throat.
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