Streptococcal Pharyngitis Involves All of the Following Except ________

Question

Streptococcal pharyngitis involves all of the following except ________.
A)a purulent exudate over the tonsils
B)it can lead to scarlet fever if it is an erythrogenic toxin-producing strain
C)it can lead to serious sequelae
D)it is viral in origin
E)it causes difficulty in swallowing and fever

Accepted Answer

Streptococcal pharyngitis is caused by a bacterial infection with Group A Streptococcus bacteria, rather than a virus. A purulent exudate over the tonsils, difficulty in swallowing, fever, and the potential for serious sequelae are all characteristic features of streptococcal pharyngitis. Additionally, certain strains of Group A Streptococcus can produce erythrogenic toxin, which can lead to scarlet fever as a complication.