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Can strep throat be spread from you to you child?
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Yes it can: Strep thoat can be spread among family members and to other contacts. Antibiotics may decrease the risk to spread strep throat to another person.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Of Course: Strep is a contagious disease and spreads thru close respiratory contacts.Avoidance and good handwashing may minimize the chances.
Answered 9/28/2016
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