Streptococcal Group A invasive disease: Group A streptococcus is a bacterium often found in the throat and on the skin. People may carry group A streptococci in the ... more about Streptococcal Group A invasive disease.
Streptococcal Group A invasive disease: Group A streptococci are bacteria which are commonly found in the throat or on the skin. Often it causes no symptoms but in some cases it can cause mild illnesses such as strep throat or more serious, life-threatening diseases such as toxic shock syndrome or flesh-eating disease. Transmission can occur through direct contact with infected skin sores or nose and throat discharges. Symptoms are determined by the location and extent of the bacterial infection. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Streptococcal Group A invasive disease is available below.
See full list of 15 symptoms of Streptococcal Group A invasive disease
Home medical testing related to Streptococcal Group A invasive disease:
Review possible medical complications related to Streptococcal Group A invasive disease:
Read more about causes of Streptococcal Group A invasive disease.
Research the causes of these diseases that are similar to, or related to, Streptococcal Group A invasive disease:
Antibiotics often causes diarrhea: The use of antibiotics are very likely to cause some level of diarrhea in patients. The reason is that antibiotics kill off not only...read more »
Read more about Misdiagnosis and Streptococcal Group A invasive disease
Types of Streptococcal Group A invasive disease
Read about other experiences, ask a question about Streptococcal Group A invasive disease, or answer someone else's question, on our message boards:
Group A streptococcus is a bacterium often found in the throat and on the skin. People may carry group A streptococci in the throat or on the skin and have no symptoms of illness. Most GAS infections are relatively mild illnesses such as "strep throat," or impetigo. On rare occasions, these bacteria can cause other severe and even life-threatening diseases (Source: excerpt from Group A Streptococcal (GAS) Disease General: DBMD)
Tools & Services:
Medical Articles:
Search Specialists by State and City
By using this site you agree to our Terms of Use. Information provided on this site is for informational purposes only; it is not intended as a substitute for advice from your own medical team. The information on this site is not to be used for diagnosing or treating any health concerns you may have - please contact your physician or health care professional for all your medical needs. Please see our Terms of Use.
Copyright © 2011 Health Grades Inc. All rights reserved. Last Update: 7 May, 2013 (1:50)
