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Strep throat is a contagious disease caused by infection with streptococcal bacteria, which causes inflammation and swelling of the mucous membranes lining the back of the throat and the tonsils.

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The cause of strep throat is bacteria known as Streptococcus pyogenes. They can spread through airborne droplets when someone with the infection coughs or sneezes, or through shared food or drinks.

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- red and white patches on throat
-headache
-lower stomach pain
-fever

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Once the streptococcus bacteria group A enters your nose or mouth, the germs will attack the tissues of your throat. Certain areas of the throat may even swell, like your tonsils, which is a sign that your immune system is trying to fight off infection. As the bacteria grow, the pain in your throat will develop and you may have a fever that signals your body is still fighting.

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Penicillin and amoxicillin are typically prescribed to treat strep throat.

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On average, about 5,623,780 people die from strep throat every year.

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Pictured is Anton Van Leewenhoek, a scientist and microbiologist that discovered strep throat.

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Anybody can get strep throat, but it is most common in kids and teens

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-If you want to prevent strep throat, washing your hands thoroughly can make a difference.
-Aside from washing your hands, switching from processed food to organic and real food is a crucial step in preventing strep throat and other diseases.

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-Sometimes people with Strep can develop a red rash all over the body that feels like sandpaper.
-People can also harbor Strep bacteria in their throats but not feel sick at all (they are called “carriers”).