How to tackle strep throat
February 26, 2009
Strep throat is not a rare disease. It is found to be more common among children. Strep throat is medically described as streptococcal sore throat. In most situations, the terms such as sore throat, tonsillitis, and strep throat are used interchangeably. But, medically these are all different.
Strep throat is caused by an infection that affects the mucous membranes that lines the pharynx. Though more common in children, strep throat affects adults as well. Strep throat is a contagious disorder and it is advisable for the affected kids to remain indoors and avoid mingling with other kids.
If the child is found to develop fever, immediate medical aid should be ensured. Proper antibiotic treatment is essential to cure the child completely. Cold climate is found to make strep throat worse.
The root cause of srep throat is the presence of an infectious bacterium termed as group A Streptococcus. This disorder is transmitted directly from one person to another through coughing sneezing and other means of direct and close oral contact. The food materials that have contaminated by coughing or sneezing also transmit the infectious bacteria.
This disorder is most likely to affect adults who smoke and live in crowded conditions. People with a weakened immune system are also likely to be affected. The main symptoms of strep throat usually include feeling of Illness & weakness, increased body temperature, lower abdominal pain, pain within the throat, discolored tongue, chills, muscle pains, nausea, vomiting and swollen lymph glands. In some cases, the roof of the mouth is found to develop red spots.
In infants and tiny tots, strep throat leads to decreased appetite and result sin the formation of thick colored mucus.
It is important to ensure that the affected person covers his nose and mouth well while sneezing and coughing. Extreme care should be taken while cooking food, if a family member is found to be affected with strep throat.
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