strep throat

American

noun

Pathology.

an acute sore throat caused by hemolytic streptococci and accompanied by fever and prostration.

strep throat Scientific

/ strĕp /

Infection of the throat caused by the bacterium Streptococcus pyogenes. Symptoms usually include fever, redness of the throat, lymph node enlargement, and inflammation of the tonsils.

strep throat Cultural

A severe sore throat caused by a kind of streptococcus. Strep throat can be treated with antibiotics.

Etymology

Origin of strep throat

First recorded in 1925–30

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strep throat

A nurse practitioner ordered a test for strep throat, which came back positive, medical records show.

From Salon ● Nov. 1, 2024

The British rock icon Rod Stewart canceled the planned 200th show of his long-running Las Vegas residency, citing strep throat.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 8, 2024

Most Americans are familiar with medical tests like those used to screen for COVID-19, strep throat and other health conditions.

From Washington Times ● Sep. 29, 2023

Group A strep bacteria can cause a range of illnesses, including scarlet fever and strep throat.

From BBC ● May 17, 2023

Ivy didn’t think June was talking about a cold or strep throat.

From "Ivy Aberdeen’s Letter to the World" by Ashley Herring Blake

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