About Antibiotics and Streptococcal Infections

Michael Nwaneri
Rethinking Primary Care
2 min readJan 10, 2023

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A layman’s guide

Antibiotic treatment is an important part of managing streptococcal infections, which are caused by bacteria known as streptococci. Streptococcal infections can range from mild to severe and can affect different parts of the body, including the throat, skin, and lungs. Some common types of streptococcal infections include strep throat, impetigo, and pneumonia.

Antibiotics are medications that are used to kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria. They are an effective treatment for streptococcal infections…

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