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Why Your Kid May Have Strep and You Don't Know ItStrep throat is a common illness, especially in kids and definitely during the colder weather months. However, strep is very contagious and can actually show up in some surprising places on the body.- Is a Rapid Strep Test Accurate for Diagnosing Strep Throat?If your child has a sore throat, your doctor may order a rapid strep test. Is this test accurate for making the diagnosis of strep throat?
- Group B Strep During Pregnancy: Information and FactsA look at some information on the importance of getting tested for Group B Strep during pregnancy and treatment options.
- Is it Strep Throat?A new study shows that the chance of a child with a sore throat having Strep is fairly high. Find out why it's so important to diagnose and treat a Strep infection.
- Strep Throat Infection Non-Group a -Treat with Antibiotics?Streptococcus, more commonly known as Strep Throat, is a relatively common bacteria, affecting children primarily, causing sore throat, fever and cold symptoms. There are several strains of strep. There is some debate whether to treat non-group A strep.
Difference Between Group a and B StreptococcusBacteria in the genus Streptococcus can be classified by species, hemolysis pattern and by their antigens, chemicals to which the human immune system reacts.- Group B StreptococcusGroup B streptococcus is a type of strep that invades the lower part of the GI tract. My article tries to explain more about it.
Pregnancy Week 36: Group B Strep (GBS) Test and Baby's Soft SkullYou are thirty-six weeks pregnant and counting down the last month to the arrival of your baby. Your baby's bones are hardening and you will be getting a test for Group B Strep around your thirty-sixth week of pregnancy.- Strep Throat or Strep Toxic Shock Syndrome? A "Pediatrican's Nightmare"Strep toxic shock syndrome can be difficult to distinguish from strep throat in its early stages, a nightmare for pediatrician's treating the often deadly condition.
- Group B Strep and PregnancyYour pregnant and want to know more about Group B or Beta Strep.
Why is Group B Strep Testing Done During Pregnancy?This test is completely routine and just one more way to ensure the health of your baby at birth.- Could Your Child Be a Carrier of Strep Throat?We all have heard of the virus Strep and most of us have had it. But do you know that some of us may be carriers of the virus, itself?
Could Your Sore Throat Be Strep?A sore throat is often the first symptom of a cold and both are prevalent this time of year...but maybe it's not viral. Do you know the symptoms of strep?
When to Keep Your Child Home from SchoolSometimes the fact that your child is sick is painfully obvious such as a kid with a fever, lack of appetite or generally off-kilter behavior. But sometimes the symptoms aren't all that obvious and neither is knowing what to do.
Microbiology's Most Frightening MaladiesEveryday humans come in contact with a myriad of bacteria and viruses. Most of them are somewhat harmless. But sometimes, a potent microorganism comes in contact with a vulnerable person and can cause truly frightening outcomes.- What Causes a Red Tongue?If you open your mouth and discover you have a red tongue, should you be concerned? Here's what causes a red or strawberry colored tongue.
- Group B StrepOverview of this common pregnancy concern.
- Managing Staph, Strep & E.Coli Infections in Your Dog with ClavamoxFor dogs suffering from infection, the use of Clavamox is quite common.
- Group B Streptococcus: What is It?This article explains exactly what Group B Strep is and why it is so important for a pregnant woman to be tested for the bacteria.
