Doctors don't need to double-check the results of a negative strep throat test because any missed cases typically don't result in additional health problems for patients, according to a new study.

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Fever, sore throat, and a painful, spotty rash can look a lot like strep — but often the culprit is hand, foot, and mouth disease. This common childhood virus spreads easily and can affect kids of any ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Doctors don't need to double-check the results of a negative strep throat test because any missed cases typically don't result in additional health problems for patients, ...