Does strep cause fever?
My 5-year-old has a sore throat and is running a high temperature. Someone in my society said it might be strep, but I'm not sure if strep always comes with a fever.
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5 months ago
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When my brother got strep throat last winter, he had a very high temperature for about three days. It actually hit him quite suddenly out of nowhere. We just made him rest and gave him warm fluids until his doctor checkup.
4 months ago
From what I have read online while trying to manage my own immune issues, strep can definitely trigger a fever. But honestly, every body reacts quite differently so it is not a fixed rule. It is probably safest to get a throat swab done if you suspect it.
5 months ago
In our times, we saw kids getting this throat pain with heavy body warmth very often. Don't worry too much, it is a normal way the body reacts to the infection. Just get a proper doctor's consult so they can start the right medicine on time.
5 months ago
My 8-year-old had strep last month and her temperature touched 102 degrees. The pediatrician told us that fever is actually the body fighting the bacteria. Just keep checking their temperature and give them plenty of water and soft warm food.
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5 months ago
Yes yaar, strep almost always brings a fever along with that horrible scratchy throat pain. Honestly, don't stress too much about it right now. Just tuck yourself in, have some warm soup, and book a quick doctor visit tomorrow morning.
5 months ago
Yes, a fever is a very common response to a bacterial infection like strep. However, because viral throat infections also look very similar, you cannot rely on fever alone to decide. It is best to let a doctor examine you and prescribe the proper course of antibiotics if needed.