Podiatry and Medical - Set 2

Category - Podiatry Part II

Which of the following Streptococcal strains are seen in rheumatic fever?
  1. Group A beta-hemolytic
  2. Group C
  3. Group B beta-hemolytic
  4. Alpha-hemolytic
Explanation
Answer − A − The Streptococcal strains that are seen in rheumatic fever are Group A beta-hemolytic. These streptococcal strains are common in ‘strep throat’ and are known to cause rheumatic fever if left untreated for long periods of time.
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