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Is stiff tight neck a symptom of strep bacteria?

Q: is stiff tight neck a symptom of strep bacteria?

: The classic symptom of a strep throat infection is a sore, inflamed throat and/or tonsils. Without that,I wouldn't attribute neck stiffness alone as a sign of a strep infection. A rapid throat culture to detect strep would settle the question.

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

The classic symptom of a strep throat infection is a sore, inflamed throat and/or tonsils. Without that,I wouldn't attribute neck stiffness alone as a sign of a strep infection. A rapid throat culture to detect strep would settle the question.

Dr Seibert agreed

Answered 11/27/2022

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A member asked:

Is stiff tight neck a symptom of strep bacteria?

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Dr Seibert agreed

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