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Yesterday i held my 4 yr old cousin. late last night, her mom said she threw up so she went to doctor today & she has strep. can i get strep/throw up?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Mgt: It is contagious, and some of the signs include tender swollen nodes and a sore throat. If you develop symptoms in the next few days, please contact your PCP for an evaluation.

Answered 10/4/2015

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Sure, if unlucky: Many people get strep (and some throw up, but most don't throw up). It's a common illness. If a person got exposed to strep throat germs, and then has cold symptoms or sore throat symptoms, she can get checked out by her primary care doctor. Most doctors can do a rapid strep throat swab test that takes 5 minutes.

Answered 10/4/2015

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