That tickle in your throat could be much more than just a minor irritation. It could be the first signs of a streptococcal — or strep throat — infection, and if left unchecked, that little tickle ...

The good news: There are measures you can take at home to help soothe your throat in the meantime.

If you or your child suddenly feel a fiery, stabbing pain in the throat that makes swallowing difficult and unpleasant, you may have a case of strep throat. This respiratory illness is more prevalent ...

Medically reviewed by Kashif J. Piracha, MD Key Takeaways Most sore throats are caused by a virus and usually go away on their own within five to seven days.Some other causes include smoking, reflux, ...

It may be almost summer, but that won't stop whatever is in the air from bringing on allergy symptoms. But when a questionable symptom comes on — whether it's a sore throat, cough, runny nose or ...

This news might be hard to swallow. Cases of Streptococcal A, better known as Strep A, are skyrocketing across Japan, according to the Japan Times. Last year there were 941 confirmed cases of ...

Strep throat is a common childhood illness, but in a few children this bacteria infection can lead to alarming, lasting changes in behaviour.

This week, several providers are issuing warnings about strep throat, and say the symptoms may not be what parents expect. Lancaster General Health Physicians Roseville Pediatrics reports a steady ...

Nationally, respiratory illness is causing a moderate number of people to seek health care, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Respiratory illnesses range from the common ...

Following a tragic story out of Arizona where a 7-year-old girl had to have several amputations after she was diagnosed with strep throat (group A strep) earlier this month, many parents might be ...