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My daughter has had strep throat at least every other month this passed year. a relative of mine told me to ask to get her tested for pandas. should i?

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Dr. Melissa Gowans answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

PANDAS: Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Strep is a relatively rare condition. The presence of frequent strep infections alone is not PANDAS- as the name implies, neuropsychiatric behaviors are the hallmark with the proper history. There is no "test" the diagnosis is based on history and physical findings alone. Discuss with your pediatrician.

Answered 10/20/2016

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