What are the chances of dying if you had strep throat four times before?

Strep throat is a bacterial infection of the throat and tonsils. While it can be a serious illness, it is rarely fatal. The chances of dying from strep throat are very low, even if you have had it multiple times.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there were an estimated 10 million cases of strep throat in the United States in 2018. Of those cases, only 1,200 resulted in hospitalization and 12 resulted in death. This means that the overall fatality rate for strep throat is about 0.0001%.

The risk of dying from strep throat is highest in people with weakened immune systems, such as the elderly, the very young, and those with chronic illnesses. However, even in these groups, the risk of death is still very low.

If you have strep throat, it is important to see your doctor so that you can be treated with antibiotics. Antibiotics can kill the bacteria that cause strep throat and help to prevent serious complications, such as pneumonia, bloodstream infections, and kidney disease.

If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, you should see your doctor right away:

- Severe sore throat

- Difficulty swallowing

- Swollen lymph nodes in your neck

- Fever

- Headache

- Muscle aches

- Nausea

- Vomiting