Ways to treat streptococcus in the throat of a child

Do you have strep throat in a child? It is worth noting that such an infection is considered one of the most dangerous, and it is most susceptible to children due to the not quite well-established immunity of young children. The main factor of appearance is non-compliance with hygiene and weak “protection”.

Treatment of such an infection in order to avoid the development of serious complications should be carried out only under the supervision of a physician, and all its recommendations should also be followed. Let's look at the main symptoms, the main causes and treatment recommendations.

The concept and main features of the disease

Streptococcal infection is a group of diseases that are caused by pathogenic organisms. Moreover, bacteria have common characteristics: morphological and epidemiological. Microorganisms are toxic, therefore, when microbes appear, the inflammatory process always begins. If time does not begin treatment, the bacteria will destroy the blood cells.

Features Streptococcus:

1. Bacteria are present almost everywhere - on food, in the soil.
2. They are resistant to temperatures, as they are one of the most enduring bacteria.

Causes of

Bacteria can penetrate into the baby’s body in different ways: food, through contact with other children, during prenatal development. At risk - children who have weakened immunity, for example, due to some congenital disease or the negative impact of external factors.

In most cases, these bacteria cause dermatitis or tonsillitis.

When signs of streptococci are detected, a thorough examination should be performed, the carrier should be identified and treatment should begin - it should be carried out under strict medical supervision.

The main causes of bacteria include:

1. Eating substandard food.
2. Immune weakening.
3. Reducing the protective function of the body, for example, after a course of strong antibiotics.
4. Tendency to SARS or other infections.
5. As a consequence after suffering an inflammatory disease.
6. Contact with the carrier of bacteria.
7. Introduction to the umbilical wound in newborns.

General and local symptoms

When ingested, the bacteria begin to multiply rapidly, releasing a large amount of toxins and destroying blood cells. In many ways, the symptoms depend on the location of streptococci.

If we talk about the skin, the symptoms may be the same as with dermatitis, but most often the bacteria enter the body by airborne droplets, resulting in mucous membranes.

The main symptoms are attributed to:

1. Redness, swelling of mucous membranes.
2. The appearance of purulent discharge from the eyes.
3. A slight increase in body temperature.
4. Cardiopalmus.
5. The appearance of nausea.
6. The appearance on the tonsils and the language of white plaque or purulent formations.
7. Fever and chills.
8. Enlarged tonsils.
9. The appearance of a rash on the skin.
10. Intoxication.
11. Wheezing and coughing.

How is the diagnosis

Preliminary diagnostics can be done at home, which requires special tests that are sold in pharmacies. If the child’s condition is critical, there is a fever with it, you need to go to the doctor or call an ambulance.

In the hospital, the child will be examined, immediately will carry out all the necessary examinations, including:

• urine and blood tests (including biochemical);
• X-rays of light;
• analysis of the affected skin;
• determination of drug sensitivity;
• sowing on flora;
• Ultrasound of the genitourinary system.

As you can see, this infection can be detected not only in the blood of a child, but also in the study of other biological material. And determining the location of the bacterium plays one of the most important roles, first in diagnosis, and then in treatment.

This will determine the pathway of infection in the body to prevent further relapses.

Also streptococcal infection varies depending on the location:

1. In the throat. If we talk about an infection that does not cause toxic damage, then it is safe enough for a child.
2. In a smear. In this case, the presence of streptococci indicates an inflammatory process. The degree of development of the disease the doctor will be able to determine only after receiving all the tests.
3. In the nose. In this case, the presence of bacteria is considered conditionally pathogenic flora - bacteria begin to "wake up" in case of a decrease in the protective functions of the body.
4. On the skin. The manifestation of symptoms in this case is an alarm bell. In this case, the child should be sent for a full examination, and if inflammatory processes on the skin are detected, treatment should be started without delay.

What is prescribed treatment in the presence of streptococci

Do not do without antibiotics in treatment, you should also follow a special diet and carry out symptomatic therapy of other symptoms, which will improve the condition of the baby’s body and prevent the development of complications.

For example, if due to an infection eyes were affected, then ophthalmic tools could not be avoided, but when the virus develops in the respiratory organs, doctors prescribe the use of painkillers and decongestants. If streptococcus struck the skin, special ointments are prescribed to help avoid the formation of scars on the skin.

The most effective products for children:

1. Penicillin antibiotics, such as Ampicillin. If the child is allergic to these drugs, prescribe erythromycin drugs.
2. Antipyretics suitable for children, such as Ibuprofen.
3. Vitamins, especially vitamin C to improve immunity.
4. Drugs that normalize the intestinal microflora. The most suitable for the child - Linex.

Projections for the development of infection depend on many factors. For example, the state of the child, the level of its protective functions is important.

The negative consequences of such an infection include:

• the appearance of complications;
• organ malfunction due to the toxicity of bacteria;
• death, which may provoke further developing infections.

Consequences and complications after infection

The consequences after suffering a streptococcal infection are divided into:

• infectious;
• allergic;
• toxic.

It is important to note that in the absence of proper treatment, some of the consequences of the defeat of this bacterium can become chronic. Moreover, complications can occur at any stage and even after some period after treatment. Common complications include:

• otitis purulent;
• rheumatism;
• meningitis or pneumonia;
• paratonsillar abscess.

Preventive measures

Unfortunately, it is impossible to fully protect a child from such an infection, which is caused by the fact that in children the immunity is not developed enough to withstand it. However, a few of the tips below will help you reduce the risk of disease by strengthening the protective functions of your baby’s body.

1. Try to have your child spend a lot of time on the street, lead a correct and healthy lifestyle, eat well.
2. Perfectly strengthens the immune system sport.
3. Teach your child to follow the rules of hygiene from an early age.
4. Wean the baby to use other people's personal hygiene items.
5. Fruits, vegetables and other similar products should be thoroughly washed.
6. When wounds appear, try to immediately treat them with suitable antiseptics.
7. It is necessary to treat any diseases.

If the baby independently observes the above rules, it is possible to reduce the risk of the occurrence of streptococcal infection to a minimum.

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