Strep C: A concern in humans?
Strep C: A concern in humans?QuestionWhat is strep C in humans? AnswerStrep C is a type of streptococcus bacteria commonly found in animals, such as birds, rabbits, horses and guinea pigs. Strep C can also occur in humans — often without signs or symptoms. But in some people, strep C can cause an infection — usually in the throat, skin, urinary tract or genitalia. This infection can occasionally be serious. Signs and symptoms of strep C infection in humans depend on the location of the infection. Treatment of strep C infection is with antibiotics. Last Updated: 09/21/2006 © 1998-2013 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research (MFMER). All rights reserved. A single copy of these materials may be reprinted for noncommercial personal use only. "Mayo," "Mayo Clinic," "MayoClinic.com," "Mayo Clinic Health Information," "Reliable information for a healthier life" and the triple-shield Mayo logo are trademarks of Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research.
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