The Causative Agent of Streptococcal Pharyngitis, Also Known as ʺStrep

Question

The causative agent of streptococcal pharyngitis, also known as ʺstrep throat,ʺ is
A) Streptococcus pyogenes.
B) Streptococcus pneumoniae.
C) Streptococcus mutans.
D) Streptococcus lactis.

Accepted Answer

Streptococcus pyogenes is the causative agent of streptococcal pharyngitis, commonly known as strep throat. Streptococcus pneumoniae is known to cause bacterial pneumonia, sinusitis, and ear infections, among other conditions. Streptococcus mutans is associated with dental caries, while Streptococcus lactis is commonly used in the production of dairy products.