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Strep Throat Symptoms

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Urgent Signs and Symptoms.

Strep throat is not considered to be a dangerous condition. However, there might be cases of medical emergency, such as:

  • Trouble breathing or shortness of breath;
  • Dizziness, feeling faint or passing out;

  • Blue or pale lips or fingers;
  • Trouble swallowing. [4]

Seek urgent medical care if you have strep and experience any of the above symptoms.

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Our team of medical experts has created and reviewed this article to ensure that you receive the most accurate information available, in accordance with the latest research.

Sources:

[1] https://www.emedicinehealth.com/strep_throat/article_em.htm

[2] https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000639.htm

[3] https://www.cdc.gov/groupastrep/diseases-public/strep-throat.html

[4] https://www.verywellhealth.com/strep-throat-symptoms-1192160

[5] Kenealy T. Sore throat. BMJ Clin Evid. 2007; 2007

[6] https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/strep-throat/symptoms-causes/syc-20350338

[7] https://www.verywellhealth.com/mono-vs-strep-5120378

[8] https://draxe.com/health/strep-throat-symptoms/