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Can you be exposed to streptococcal bacteria from animals?
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Sometimes: One research article found that guinea pigs and rodents (lab mice) can be carriers of strep throat bacteria (group a strep). The animals had no symptoms, and probably got the bacteria from humans. Some people believe pet dogs and cats can be carriers of group a strep bacteria and can infect humans, but I have not seen any studies showing that kind of bacterial transmission.
Answered 10/30/2018
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Animal: bacteria generally do NOT affect humans. Hope this is helpful Dr Z
Answered 10/27/2018
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Strep in animals: Sometimes household pets- cats dogs can be the reservoir for strep . F/u /w /doc and vet.
Answered 10/31/2018
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