What Are White Spots On Tonsils?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
6. Treatment For Strep Throat
Strep throat is caused by a bacterium known as streptococcus pyogenes. It is a fairly common bacterium and can be treated with help from antibiotics. Antibiotics will be more effective if they are taken within 48 hours of when the illness began. In most cases, the patient will be feeling better in just a day or two.
In addition to antibiotics, the patient will often also be prescribed medication to help soothe their symptoms. It is important to ensure the course of antibiotics is completed to help ensure the bacteria are completely killed. There is a chance the disease could go on to cause something very serious otherwise.
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