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Went to er yesterday thought tetnus due to cut, diagnosed with strep this morning stiff jaw/neck is this due to the strep throat?
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Probably so...: Tetanus is a state of prolonged, severe muscle contraction caused by a neurotoxin produced by bacterium clostridium tetani--it is not that common. Since you were diagnosed with strep, it is likely that this condition is causing some sensation of stiffness to neck/saw. Many people do feel achy, chills, some headache with this infection. Motrin/tylenol may help. If worsen, call your doc. Good luck.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Probably: Strep will cause swelling of the lymph nodes in your neck and jawline.
Answered 3/26/2016
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