TABLE 1.
Comparison of characteristics of enrolled patients with group A streptococcus pharyngitis by risk factor
| Characteristic | Patients with viral coisolation (n=10)(%) | Patients without viral coisolation (n=94)(%) |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 5 (50.0) | 55 (58.5) |
| Mean age ± SD (years) | 7.4±3.1 | 7.0±2.5 |
| Symptoms | ||
| Sore throat | 9 (90.0) | 92 (97.9) |
| Sore lymph nodes | 5 (50.0) | 66 (70.2) |
| Parental report of fever | 9 (90.0) | 72 (76.6) |
| Clinical signs | ||
| Inflamed pharynx | 9 (90.0) | 89 (94.7) |
| Exudate | 4 (40.0) | 42 (44.7) |
| Enlarged and/or tender lymph nodes | 6 (60.0) | 68 (72.3) |
| Mean temperature (°C)* ±SD | 38.7±0.7 | 37.7±1.0 |
| Antibiotic started immediately | 5 (50.0) | 57 (60.6) |
| Compliant with medication | 9 (90.0) | 87 (92.6) |
*
P<0.01, t test with unequal variances