Strep throat, also known as Group A Streptococcal (GAS) pharyngitis, is a bacterial infection in the throat and tonsils caused by streptococcus bacteria. Symptoms include sore throat, fever, swollen lymph nodes, and difficulty swallowing. If left untreated, it may result in complications like rheumatic fever or glomerulonephritis. Strep throat treatments aim to inhibit bacterial spread and...