Study shows a lack of association of Group A Streptococcal infections and onset of tics.

Lack of Association of Group A Streptococcal Infections and Onset of Tics: European Multicenter Tics in Children Study – Neurology (link to abstract – $ for full-text)

News Release: Does strep throat lead to the development of tics? – American Academy of Neurology

Commentaries:

Strep Does Not Lead to Tics, Study Finds – NeurologyToday

Group A Strep Infection Not Tied to Tics in Children With Family History – HealthDay

Commentary on Twitter

Very important study to further remove us away from Group-A streptococcal infections and tics in families with primary tic disorders! https://t.co/HwHVrxNSqJ

— Christos Ganos (@ChristosGanos) February 9, 2022