Strep Throat
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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 43 doctors who treat strep throat
Which specialist treats strep throat?
A strep throat infection should be evaluated by an infectious disease specialist. Find infectious disease specialists near you.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in strep throat
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Sandra Herrera Rodriguez
Dr. Valeria Gómez Galván
Dr. Andrea Piñeyro V.
Dr. Elisa Barrios Santos
Dr. Esmirna Arlette Pantoja Alcocer
Dr. Elideth Paniagua Anduiza
Dr. Valery Fabiola Lerma Torres
Dr. Christian Jonathan Villarreal Vidal
Dr. Nadia Soler Quiñones
Dr. Leslie Ramirez Angoa
Dr. Javier Alberto Romero Sánchez
Dr. Nataly Minor Zarate
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?
A strep throat infection should be evaluated by an infectious disease specialist. Find infectious disease specialists near you.