Streptococcal Pharyngitis: Delving Deeper than the Throat

Acute rhabdomyolysis and elevated transaminases during streptococcal pharyngitis are rare presentations. The proposed pathophysiological mechanisms include direct bacterial invasion toxin generation. Physicians should be aware of the association between these infections above-mentioned complications to facilitate optimal treatment patients. We present case a 18-years-old gentleman with β-haemolytic complicated by liver function tests. Such high levels creatine phosphokinase 111856 IU/L tests aspartate aminotransferase (AST) 1862 U/L alanine (ALT) 1003 in is find literature. He was treated aggressive intravenous hydration, antibiotics hemodialysis. Key Words: Rhabdomyolysis, Streptococci, Creatine phosphokinase, Liver