2022年11月30日 · If untreated, strep throat can cause complications, such as kidney inflammation or rheumatic fever. Rheumatic fever can lead to painful and inflamed joints, a specific type of rash, or heart valve damage. Strep throat is most common in children, but it affects people of all ages. If you or your child has signs or symptoms of strep throat, see ...

2022年11月30日 · For older children and adults, gargling several times a day can help relieve throat pain. Mix 1/4 teaspoon (1.5 grams) of table salt in 8 ounces (237 milliliters) of warm water. Be sure to tell your child to spit out the liquid after gargling.

2023年6月27日 · Strep throat is an infection caused by a bacterium known as Streptococcus pyogenes, also called group A streptococcus. Strep throat can occur at any age, even during infancy. However, strep throat is most common in school-age children. Children who develop strep throat may have signs and symptoms including: Irritability; Fever; Refusal to eat ...

2022年6月7日 · Scarlet fever is caused by the same type of bacteria that causes strep throat — group A streptococcus (strep-toe-KOK-us), also called group A strep. In scarlet fever, the bacteria release a toxin that produces the rash and red tongue. The infection spreads from person to person by droplets released when an infected person coughs or sneezes.

2022年10月25日 · But many children have fewer strep throat infections as they get older. Think about risks and complications of the surgery before deciding to remove a child's tonsils. Risks can be linked to medicine given to put a person in a sleep-like state during surgery. This medicine is called anesthetic. Complications can include bleeding, pain and ...

2023年12月2日 · Rheumatic fever is an inflammatory disease that can develop when strep throat or scarlet fever isn't properly treated. Strep throat and scarlet fever are caused by an infection with streptococcus (strep-toe-KOK-us) bacteria. Rheumatic fever most often affects children ages 5 to 15. But younger children and adults can get it too.

2021年6月10日 · In many cases, doctors use a simple test to detect streptococcal bacteria, the cause of strep throat. The doctor rubs a sterile swab over the back of the throat to get a sample of secretions and sends the sample to a lab for testing. Many clinics are equipped with a lab that can get a test result for a rapid antigen test within a few minutes.

2022年6月7日 · A rapid strep test can identify the bacteria quickly, usually during your child's appointment. If the rapid test is negative, but your health care provider still thinks strep bacteria is the cause of your child's illness, a strep throat culture can be done. It can take longer to get the results of this test.

2022年9月3日 · Use a cool-air humidifier to eliminate dry air that may further irritate a sore throat, or sit with your child for several minutes in a steamy bathroom. Offer lozenges. Children older than age 4 can suck on lozenges to relieve a sore throat. Avoid irritants. Keep your home free from cigarette smoke and cleaning products that can irritate the ...

Amoxicillin is also used to treat tonsillitis and pharyngitis (sore throat). Amoxicillin belongs to the group of medicines known as penicillin antibiotics. It works by killing the bacteria and preventing their growth. However, this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.