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Strep throat is an infection of the throat and tonsils caused by group A Streptococcus bacteria. It is a common cause of sore throat, especially in children and adolescents. The term "strep throat" is widely used in clinical practice and public communication to describe this bacterial pharyngitis. It is important to distinguish it from viral sore throats because it requires antibiotic treatment to prevent complications.
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