Strep Throat

Strep Throat

Strep throat is an infection caused by a bacteria called group A streptococcus. The bacteria like to hang out in nose and mouth, so sneezing, coughing or shaking hands can spread the infection

What To Expect:

  • Sore throat and trouble swallowing
  • Red and swollen tonsils
  • Swollen glands in neck
  • Fever
  • Stomachache
  • Vomiting
  • Rash
  • Headache

Important to Know:

  • Not all sore throats are strep throats, some are caused by viruses and do not require antibiotics
  • No school, daycare or activities until 24 hours of antibiotics and fever free
  • Do NOT share any food or drink.
  • Replace toothbrush after 24 hours of antibiotics
  • Complete the full 10-day course of antibiotics, even if feeling normal after only a few days

When to call the clinic:

  • Fever or other symptoms persisting past 48-72 hours of start of antibiotics
  • Poor fluid intake
  • Refusal to take antibiotics

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