
Is Strep Throat Contagious?

Posted on
Sat, 11 Apr 2015
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Question : Is strep throat contagious
Brief Answer:
Yes it is contageous
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome to HCM
I appreciate your concerns.
Yes streptococcal sore throat is contagious and transmitted via droplet and oral secretions.
You can take tablet amoxycillin clavulinic acid combination for prophylaxis.
Your doctor will know the dose.
Hope this is helpful.
Regards.
Yes it is contageous
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome to HCM
I appreciate your concerns.
Yes streptococcal sore throat is contagious and transmitted via droplet and oral secretions.
You can take tablet amoxycillin clavulinic acid combination for prophylaxis.
Your doctor will know the dose.
Hope this is helpful.
Regards.
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Dr. Raju A.T

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