Sore throat

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Your throat is a tube that carries food to your esophagus and air to your windpipe and larynx (also called the voice box). The technical name for the throat is pharynx. You can have a sore throat for many reasons. Often, colds and flu cause sore throats. Other causes can include: Allergies Mononucleosis Smoking Strep throat Tonsillitis Treatment depends on the cause. Sucking on lozenges, drinking lots of liquids, and gargling may ease the pain. Over-the-counter pain relievers can also help, but children should not take aspirin.

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DrOwl

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Your throat is a tube that carries food to your esophagus and air to your windpipe and larynx (also called the voice box). The technical name for the throat is pharynx. You can have a sore throat for many reasons. Often, colds and flu cause sore throats. Other causes can include: Allergies Mononucleosis Smoking Strep throat Tonsillitis Treatment depends on the cause. Sucking on lozenges, drinking lots of liquids, and gargling may ease the pain. Over-the-counter pain relievers can also help, but children should not take aspirin.

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Sore Throat
Sore throat symptoms include pain with swallowing for pharyngitis and a hoarse voice when laryngitis is present. Cold viruses tend to cause more coughing and runny nose than strep throat.
https://www.emedicinehealth.com/sore_throat/article_em.htm
Sore Throat Causes, Symptoms, Home Remedies, and Medications
Most sore throats are caused by viruses or mechanical causes (such as mouth breathing) and can be treated successfully at home.
https://www.medicinenet.com/sore_throat_pharyngitis/article.htm
Sore Throat (Pharyngitis)
A sore throat, also called a throat infection or pharyngitis, is a painful inflammation of the back part of the throat (pharynx).
https://www.health.harvard.edu/a_to_z/sore-throat-pharyngitis-a-to-z
Sore throat on one side: 9 causes and when to see a doctor
Sore throats are not usually serious, but soreness on just one side can indicate an underlying illness. Read on to learn about causes and other symptoms.
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/321170
Strep throat: Causes, diagnosis, and treatments
Strep throat is caused by the Streptococcus pyogenes bacterium. Streptococcal bacteria are extremely contagious and can spread through airborne droplets. It is often confused with sore throat but refers to a specific bacterial infection. Learn about how to recognize and treat strep throat.
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/155412
Sore Throat: Treatment, Causes, Diagnosis, Symptoms & More
A sore throat is a painful, dry, or scratchy feeling in the throat. Sore throats are a common symptom caused by viral or bacterial infections or environmental factors. They can be uncomfortable, but they usually go away on their own. We explain the causes, home remedies, medication options, and when to see a doctor.
https://www.healthline.com/health/sore-throat
Sore Throat | Community | Antibiotic Use | CDC
Got a sore throat? Learn what you can do to feel better and when you need to see a doctor. Most sore throats, except for strep throat, do not need antibiotics.
https://www.cdc.gov/antibiotic-use/community/for-patients/common-illnesses/sore-throat.html
Sore Throat | Pharyngitis | Sore Throat Causes | MedlinePlus
Sore throat or pharyngitis has many causes including allergies, smoking, strep throat, and mononucleosis. Find treatments options depending on cause.
https://medlineplus.gov/sorethroat.html
Sore throat - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Find out what causes this common affliction, when to see a doctor and what you can do to get relief from a sore throat.
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/sore-throat/symptoms-causes/syc-20351635

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Sore Throat
Sore throat symptoms include pain with swallowing for pharyngitis and a hoarse voice when laryngitis is present. Cold viruses tend to cause more coughing and runny nose than strep throat.
https://www.emedicinehealth.com/sore_throat/article_em.htm
Sore Throat Causes, Symptoms, Home Remedies, and Medications
Most sore throats are caused by viruses or mechanical causes (such as mouth breathing) and can be treated successfully at home.
https://www.medicinenet.com/sore_throat_pharyngitis/article.htm
Sore Throat (Pharyngitis)
A sore throat, also called a throat infection or pharyngitis, is a painful inflammation of the back part of the throat (pharynx).
https://www.health.harvard.edu/a_to_z/sore-throat-pharyngitis-a-to-z
Sore throat on one side: 9 causes and when to see a doctor
Sore throats are not usually serious, but soreness on just one side can indicate an underlying illness. Read on to learn about causes and other symptoms.
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/321170
Strep throat: Causes, diagnosis, and treatments
Strep throat is caused by the Streptococcus pyogenes bacterium. Streptococcal bacteria are extremely contagious and can spread through airborne droplets. It is often confused with sore throat but refers to a specific bacterial infection. Learn about how to recognize and treat strep throat.
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/155412
Sore Throat: Treatment, Causes, Diagnosis, Symptoms & More
A sore throat is a painful, dry, or scratchy feeling in the throat. Sore throats are a common symptom caused by viral or bacterial infections or environmental factors. They can be uncomfortable, but they usually go away on their own. We explain the causes, home remedies, medication options, and when to see a doctor.
https://www.healthline.com/health/sore-throat
Sore Throat | Community | Antibiotic Use | CDC
Got a sore throat? Learn what you can do to feel better and when you need to see a doctor. Most sore throats, except for strep throat, do not need antibiotics.
https://www.cdc.gov/antibiotic-use/community/for-patients/common-illnesses/sore-throat.html
Sore Throat | Pharyngitis | Sore Throat Causes | MedlinePlus
Sore throat or pharyngitis has many causes including allergies, smoking, strep throat, and mononucleosis. Find treatments options depending on cause.
https://medlineplus.gov/sorethroat.html
Sore throat - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Find out what causes this common affliction, when to see a doctor and what you can do to get relief from a sore throat.
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/sore-throat/symptoms-causes/syc-20351635

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