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Diseases Caused by Group A Strep

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Bacteria called group A Streptococcus (group A strep) can cause many different infections. These infections range from minor illnesses to very serious and deadly diseases.

Learn about some of these infections, including symptoms, risk factors, treatment options, and how to prevent them.

Strep Throat
Cellulitis
Scarlet Fever
Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome
Impetigo
Rheumatic Fever
Necrotizing Fasciitis
Post-Streptococcal Glomerulonephritis
Page last reviewed: June 27, 2022
Content source: National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases, Division of Bacterial Diseases