Strep Throat
A strep throat infection is an inflammation of the pharynx and tonsils caused by bacteria of the streptococcus group, which affects the back of the mouth and throat.
Common symptoms:
- intense sore throat, especially when swallowing
- redness and swelling of the tonsils
- fever
- tender lymph nodes in the neck
How is it different? It is often not accompanied by cough or nasal discharge, unlike the more common viral illnesses.
Who treats it? Its evaluation may rely on the infectious disease specialist, who advises on the workup of the responsible germ. With an intense sore throat and fever, it is advisable to seek a professional checkup to confirm the cause.
Data on 10 doctors who treat strep throat
Specialties that treat strep throat
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Doctors specialized in strep throat
Dra. Beda Daniela Islas Muñoz
Dr. Jonathan Mendoza Barragán
Dr. José Ivan Inclan Reyes
Dr. Karen Alejandra Linares López
Dr. Alejandro José Muñiz Carvajal
Dra. Adriana Torres Zagarnaga
Dr. Rodolfo Jimenez Juarez
Dr. Mario Fernando Yáñez Cabrera
Dra. Ana Gabriela Grajales Beltrán
Dr. Joaquín Moreno Moreno
Dr. Sarbelio Moreno Espinosa
Dr. Clemen Domínguez Barrera
Dr. Arturo Jauregui Cruz
Dr. Isaí Medina Piñón
Dr. Guillermo Francisco Rosales Magallanes
Dr. Rodolfo Ruíz Luján
Dr. Guadalupe Gordillo Pérez
Dr. Gabriel Israel Soto Nieto
Dr. Mario González Gámez
Dra. Nishimura Jose Castillo
Frequently asked questions
What is strep throat?
A strep throat infection is an inflammation of the pharynx and tonsils caused by bacteria of the streptococcus group, which affects the back of the mouth and throat.
Which doctor treats strep throat?
Strep Throat is usually treated by specialists in infectious disease specialist.