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Strep A continues to be the number one agenda in England… As the fight against the infection, which has claimed the lives of 16 children, continues at full speed, a lightning statement has arrived from England. The British expert described the life-saving symptoms against the infection.
The coronavirus, which entered our lives in the last days of 2019, has claimed more than 6.5 million lives.
The virus, which makes us abandon many of our habits, continues to change its shell, so to speak.
While many countries decide to relax after the more contagious but less lethal Omicron variant, the world is experiencing déjà vu with the Strep A news from England.
As the infection claimed the lives of 16 children in the country, the heartbreaking statement was released by Lancashire County Council director of public health, Dr. Sakthi came from Karunanithi.
Group A strep (GAS), or Strep A, is a type of bacteria commonly found in the throat and skin. It can be transmitted through coughing, sneezing and skin contact.
Strep A is easily treated if detected early. Infection Emphasizing that there is a problem, the expert name pointed out that the 2 most obvious symptoms are sore throat and fever.
“Being aware of these symptoms and being vigilant against them can save lives,” Karunanithi told the country’s press.
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The British expert, who said: “There is a lot of panic,” continued as follows;
“People think it’s a new virus and how are we going to deal with it. Indeed, it is a well-known bacterium that can be treated comprehensively and adequately.’
THE 5 MOST COMMON SYMPTOMS OF STREP A
Scientists have identified 5 main symptoms of Strep A. Symptoms that indicate infection are:
- High fever
- Sore throat
- Swelling of the glands
- muscular pain
- Sandpaper-like redness
Experts say these symptoms last an average of a week. People can get this bacteria through close contact, coughing and sneezing.
While there is currently no vaccine for the disease, the infection can be treated with antibiotics.
AFTER THE PANDEMIC RE-EMERGED
Englandin 2017-18 streptococcus a Four children under the age of 10 died from infections. There has been a notable increase in the number of cases since the coronavirus restrictions started to be lifted.
