strep throat

American  

noun

Pathology.

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

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strep throat Scientific  

/ strĕp /

1. 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.

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strep throat Cultural  

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

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Etymology

Origin of strep throat

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

"If you see spots at the back of your throat, that's definitely a sign that you've got strep throat and you might need some antibiotics," she adds.

From BBC

The first hospital diagnosed her with strep throat without investigating her sharp abdominal cramps.

From Salon

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

Demand for the common antibiotic, which is used for respiratory infections, strep throat and ear infections, spiked amid fears of a “triple-demic” last year, leading to shortages.

From Washington Times

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

From Washington Times