5 Questions
What percentage of healthy children may experience pharyngeal streptococcal carriage?
20%
Which of the following is a common upper respiratory condition often associated with pharyngeal streptococcal carriage?
Pharyngitis
How does smoking affect cough sensitivity in individuals?
Increases cough sensitivity
Which of the following is NOT a common risk factor for pharyngeal streptococcal carriage?
Having a strong immune system
What aspect of environmental exposure could potentially contribute to pharyngeal streptococcal carriage in children?
Exposure to polluted air
Test your knowledge on bacterial causes of infections with a focus on Streptococcus pyogenes (Group A streptococci), the most common bacterial cause responsible for a significant percentage of infections in both children and adults.
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