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Strep throat antibiotics

Strep throat antibiotics

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Antibiotics for Strep Throat: Do You Truly Need Them?

Antibiotics for Strep Throat: Do You Truly Need Them?:

You might think that antibiotics are the answer to all your ills. But in fact, they’re not always the answer. A strep throat is an infection of the throat and lining of the oropharynx (throat). Your throat can get infected with Streptococcus pneumoniae (the cause of pneumonia), or it can develop resistance to antibiotics. In people, “strep” bacteria usually cause a... Read full guide »