What are some strep throat symptoms?

Strep throat, also known as Streptococcus pyogenes, is a throat infection caused by bacteria called Streptococcus pyogenes, or Group A Streptococcus (GAS). Symptoms of strep throat can range from mild to severe, and can include:

- Sore throat: A severe sore throat that makes swallowing difficult and is often described as 'scratchy' or 'burning'

- Swollen tonsils: The tonsils may swell and become red or white with yellow or white pus-filled pockets

- Difficulty swallowing: Pain when swallowing food, liquids or saliva becomes increasingly severe

- Swollen lymph nodes: The lymph nodes in the neck may swell and become tender

- Fever: A high fever of 101 degrees Fahrenheit (38.3 degrees Celsius) or higher

- Headache: Severe headaches may accompany strep throat

- Muscle aches: Pain in the muscles of the body

- Fatigue: Feeling very tired or weak

- Loss of appetite: Not feeling hungry or interested in eating food

- Rash: A red rash on the skin, especially on the chest and abdomen, can sometimes occur

- Nausea: Feeling queasy or sick to your stomach

- Vomiting: Throwing up vomit