DEAR READERS: In yesterday’s column, I responded to a reader’s question about acute pharyngitis — inflammation of the throat caused by infection with bacteria or viruses. I was taught that diagnosing ...

A number of pharmacies are offering what appears to be a quick and easy way to find out if you have strep throat — but some experts are concerned about the safety of bypassing traditional laboratory ...

Strep throat is typically caused by group A beta-hemolytic Streptococcus, also known as Streptococcus pyogenes. This child is a little younger than usual to have strep throat, as the typical age is ...

If you or your child suddenly feel a fiery, stabbing pain in the throat that makes swallowing difficult and unpleasant, you may have a case of strep throat. This respiratory illness is more prevalent ...

An increase in cases of diseases caused by group A Streptococcus has been seen in several countries including Canada. (National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)), CC BY A jump in ...