Diagnosis and management of group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal pharyngitis.

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Department of Infectious Diseases, Infection Control, and Employee Health, University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas, USA.

Published: September 2013

Viral and Group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal (GAS) pharyngitis have overlapping signs and symptoms, but distinguishing between the two is critical to proper treatment. Antibacterial therapy is appropriate for GAS pharyngitis and may help prevent complications.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/01.jaa.0000433876.39648.52DOI Listing

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