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Does strep cause a awful taste in your mouth?
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Yes: Strep is a bacterial infection of your throat and it is in direct communication with your oral cavity. Gargle and rinse with salt water and make sure to brush your teeth, gums, tongue and mouth several time a day. It will help with the bad taste. Do not cover it with mints or mouthwashes that could make things worst.
Answered 9/25/2013
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Yes: Strep or streptococcus is a bacteria and in high n umbers tastes terrible. A strep infection should be treated by a physician. They will know what type of antibiotic will work best based on the type of strep you have.
Answered 9/20/2013
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