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Is it possible to get strep throat and cold in the same time.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

I am not entirely : Sure. But having strep throat can give you the symptoms of a common cold as well.

Answered 8/25/2016

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Remote possibility: Usually strep throats are unaccompanied by the usual 'cold' symptoms such as coughing.

Answered 5/15/2016

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Dr. Shah Chowdhury answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

YES: Strep throat is caused by bacteria called streptococcus. Common age between 5 and 15, exception can happen. Cold is caused by different viruses, both can cause infection simultaneously. Strep. Pharyngitis / tonsillitis needs to be treated with antibiotic, commonly of penicillin group, if not allergic to. Cold is self limiting, just symptomatic treatment. Talk to your doc if u think of having strep.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Strep throat : Yes, you can have throat and cold in the same time.

Answered 9/6/2013

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