Irritation or INFLAMMATION of the larynx (voice box) that results in hoarseness or loss of voice. Most laryngitis is viral, though may accompany or follow a bacterial INFECTION such as STREP THROAT. Laryngitis is also common in people who s.. Read More
Health and Wellness | 03.1.10 | No Comments
A test to determine the type of organism causing disease in the throat (especially STREP THROAT). For this test, a health-care worker obtains a specimen from deep in the throat with a long-handled sterile swab. The specimen is placed on a c.. Read More
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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
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The common term for streptococcal pharyngitis, a bacterial throat infection caused by group A beta-hemolytic Streptococcus, a bacterium also known as S. pyogenes. Only group-A strep causes the infection known as strep throat; most kinds of .. Read More
Health and Wellness | 07.8.09 | No Comments
A scratchy, painful throat known medically as PHARYNGITIS, that often accompanies a cold or other infection caused by a variety of organisms. Although a sore throat in itself is not serious, it may indicate a bacterial infection such as STR.. Read More
Health and Wellness | 06.13.09 | 1 Comment
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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