Pharyngitis Learning Center
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Pharyngitis is an inflammation of the pharynx. It frequently results in a sore throat. Pharyngitis may be caused by a variety of microorganisms. |
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Symptoms
Sore throat; Strep throat may be accompanied by fever, headache, and swollen lymph nodes in the neck; Viral pharyngit...
Causes
Pharyngitis is caused by a variety of microorganisms. Most cases are caused by a virus, including the the common cold...
Tests
The health care provider will perform an examination of the pharynx to look for drainage or coating. The skin, eyes, ...
Treatments
The treatment depends on the underlying cause. Viral infections are managed with warm salt water gargles, pain reliev...
Complications
The possible complications of strep throat include rheumatic fever, kidney inflammation, chorea, bacteremia (bloodstr...
Doctor Specialties
Notify your provider if you develop a persistent sore throat that does not disappear in several days, or if you have ...
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