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Definition of Streptococcus pyogenes
Medically reviewed by Dr. Otari Nergadze, Neurosurgeon | Updated: January 2026
Streptococcus pyogenes: A common bacteria that causes strep throat (streptococcal pharyngitis), impetigo, other skin infections, rheumatic fever, scarlet fever, glomerulonephritis, and invasive fasciitis.
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