Strep Throat - Definition



Strep throat is an infection of the pharynx (pronounced FAAR-ingks). The pharynx is the part of the throat that connects the mouth and the larynx (pronounced LAAR-ingks), or voice box. Strep throat is caused by a group of bacteria known as the streptococcal (pronounced strep-tuh-KOK-uhl) bacteria. If untreated, a strep throat can lead to serious complications, such as rheumatic fever (see rheumatic fever entry).

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