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How long after being exposed to strep does symptoms show

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2-3 Days: Typically 2-3 days. Will start with sore throat and progressively worsen over time.

Dr Raff agreed

Answered 4/11/2013

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2- 4 days -throat sx: This is true for strep throat but could be longer in other body areas such as the heart or kidney or children's brains.

Answered 4/13/2013

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