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How can a person catch strep throat?
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Transmission: Strep throat is caused by a bacteria called streptococcus pyogenes which can be spread by droplets when a person coughs or sneezes. You can pick up the bacteria from a surface and infect yourself by touching your mouth, eyes or nose.
Answered 5/24/2013
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