Group Strep Explained by Sara Wickham

Group B Strep Explained

by Sara Wickham

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What is Group Strep?

Group Strep (Streptococcus pyogenes) is a type of bacteria that can cause a range of infections, from mild skin and throat infections to more serious invasive infections. Group Strep is spread through contact with respiratory droplets from an infected person, or through contact with contaminated objects.

Symptoms of Group Strep

The symptoms of Group Strep can vary depending on the type of infection. Mild infections, such as strep throat, typically cause symptoms such as:

* Sore throat * Fever * Chills * Headache * Muscle aches * Nausea * Vomiting

More serious invasive infections, such as toxic shock syndrome, can cause symptoms such as:

* High fever * Chills * Nausea * Vomiting * Diarrhea * Confusion * Rash * Skin peeling

Treatment for Group Strep

Group Strep infections are treated with antibiotics. The type of antibiotic used will depend on the severity of the infection. Mild infections can be treated with oral antibiotics, while more serious infections may require intravenous antibiotics.

Prevention of Group Strep

There are a number of things that can be done to prevent the spread of Group Strep, including:

* Washing your hands frequently with soap and water * Covering your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze * Avoiding contact with people who are sick * Getting vaccinated against Group Strep

Sara Wickham

Sara Wickham is a health writer and editor with over 10 years of experience. She has written extensively about Group Strep and other infectious diseases. Sara is passionate about helping people understand the importance of prevention and early diagnosis.

Additional Resources

* [Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Group Strep](https://www.cdc.gov/groupa/) * [National Institutes of Health: Group Strep](https://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/strepthroat/conditioninfo/Pages/default.aspx) * [Mayo Clinic: Group Strep](https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/strep-throat/symptoms-causes/syc-20350306)

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Group Strep bacteria under a microscope

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Group B Strep Explained

by Sara Wickham

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	803 KB
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