Infection or inflammation of a tonsil caused by a virus or bacteria. Acute tonsillitis is often caused by a STREPTOCOCCAL INFECTION. If tonsillitis caused by a strep infection is untreated, it may lead to rheumatic fever or kidney disease. .. Read More
Health and Wellness | 08.31.09 | No Comments
A group of infections caused by bacteria of the Streptococcus family, which are among the most common bacteria in humans. These infections are responsible for a wide range of health problems, including SCARLET FEVER or wound infections. D.. Read More
Health and Wellness | 07.9.09 | No Comments
Skin infections can range from a local superficial problem, such as IMPETIGO, to a widespread and more serious infection. Examples of bacterial skin infections include ECTHYMA, folliculitis, BOILS, CARBUNCLES, SCARLET FEVER, CELLULITIS, and.. Read More
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An infectious bacterial childhood disease characterized by a skin rash, sore throat, and fever. It is much less common and dangerous than it once was. No longer a reportable disease, no one knows for sure how many cases occur today in the U.. Read More
Health and Wellness | 05.18.09 | No Comments
An inflammatory disease that may appear as a delayed reaction to inadequately treated strep throat, which can damage the heart. About 1 percent to 3 percent of untreated children come down with rheumatic fever from 10 days to six weeks afte.. Read More
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