Description
Did you know that
- Strep A infection is an infection of the throat and tonsils – commonly called a sore throat
- It spreads by contact and from coughs and sneezes
- Most Strep A infections cause mild flu with fever and an aching body
- However IGAS ( Invasive Group A streptococcus) can cause serious and life threatening conditions including the flesh eating bug, toxic shock, rheumatic fever and glomerulonephritis
- This infection can be cured with a course of antibiotics and prevent complications
- It is more common in children and in households once one person has the infection
When should you test yourself for Strep A
- If you suspect you have strep throat
- If you have
- A sore throat that starts quickly
- Fever
- Pain on swallowing
- Red spots on the roof of the mouth
- Rash
- Headache
- Not getting better
Why our Strep A test
- Our test is a rapid test
- It can be done at home without a visit to the GP
- It utilises a throat swab and detects Strep A antigens
- The results are reliable and accurate
- They are available within 10 minutes
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