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Strep Throat for Parents
Strep throat is a common cause of sore throat in kids and teens. It usually requires treatment with antibiotics, but improves in a few days.
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Strep Throat for Teens
Strep throat is a common infection that usually needs to be treated with antibiotics. Find out how to recognize the signs of strep throat and what to expect if you have it.
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Strep Throat for Kids
Strep throat gives you a sore throat and makes it hard to swallow. Find out more in this article for kids.
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Strep Test: Rapid for Parents
A rapid strep test is done to help quickly determine whether a sore throat is caused by a strep infection vs. other germs (usually viruses) that don't require antibiotic treatment.
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Strep Test: Throat Culture for Parents
Is your child having a strep test or a throat culture? Find out how these swab tests are performed.
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Word! Strep Throat for Kids
Strep throat is an infection caused by bacteria.
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Word! Strep Screen for Kids
If you've ever gone to the doctor with a really sore throat, you may have had a strep screen.
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Scarlet Fever for Parents
Scarlet fever is an illness caused by a strep infection. It causes a red, bumpy rash that spreads over most of the body, and is treated with antibiotics.
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Getting a Strep Test (Video) for Kids
The test for strep throat doesn't hurt, but it might make you gag a little. Watch how it's done in this video for kids.
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Strep Test (Video) for Teens
This video shows what it's like to get a strep test.
