Top 5 Differences Between COVID-19 and Strep Throat

February 1, 2024

As winter sets in, the prevalence of sore throats raises concerns about whether the symptoms point to COVID-19 or strep throat. There can be confusion because both have similarities. For instance, Covid-19 can cause a sore throat, but it doesn’t mean it’s strep.  AFC Urgent Care Southington has created a guide to help you understand the five key differences between Covid-19 and Strep Throat.  1. Causes: Viral vs. Bacterial Origins One of the ...

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Is My Lower Back and Leg Pain from COVID? AFC Answers

April 21, 2023

While it is possible to develop lower back and leg pain from COVID, there are also several other causes. As experts in urgent healthcare services, AFC in Southington indicates why you might be experiencing back pain after COVID and explains some other reasons you might have lower back pain.    Lower Back and Leg Pain from COVID Lower back pain is a possible symptom of COVID-19. This doesn’t come as much of a surprise, given ...

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Can COVID-19 cause a sore throat? What about strep?

February 6, 2023

Have a sore throat? Don’t automatically assume it’s COVID-19. We don’t want to forget about the other winter illnesses out there!   During the winter season, it is common for most of us to get sick with the flu, colds, COVID, RSV and other illnesses. But when it comes to sore throats, you should get a checkup because it could potentially be strep throat. Strep throat is very common in the colder months ...

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