Monday, August 22, 2011

Strep Throat - The Basics

Sunday, August 21, 2011

 

Reference: http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/understanding-strep-throat-basics

Summary: This article is about strep throat, what it is, and how to take care of it.  Strep throat is caused by a bacteria that gets into your throat and nostrils and makes you feel very sick.  The symptoms of strep throat are very sore, swollen throat, fever, and an aching body.  If you do not treat strep throat rightly you can also get rhuematic fever, a serious heart condition, and acute nephritis, which can damage your kidneys.  Strep throat, if untreated, can lead to death.  There is medicine that you can take to cure from strep throat such as amoxicillian.

Critique: I have had strep throat before and can tell you that it really hurts.  I never thought that it could be fatal if not treated right.  This article has shown me what happens if you do not treat strep throat and why it is very important to do so. 

Impact: Sometimes strep throat can feel like the flu which most people think they will get over in a few days.  It is important to see a doctor to get a proper diagnosis of what you have.

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