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Is Strep Throat Contagious?

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Posted on Fri, 8 May 2015
Question: Is strep throat contagious
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Answered by Dr. Sagar (28 minutes later)
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.
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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.