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How long is the incubation period for strep throat?
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2-5 days: Whereas the incubation period for impetigo is much longer, 7 to 10 days.
Answered 3/25/2020
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1-7 days: Actually the incubation period can be 1-7 days.
Answered 3/25/2020
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