Pharyngitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Last updated 06/25
This blog has been reviewed and approved by Dr Robert Lee, a dental professional of 35 years
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Key Takeaways
- Pharyngitis is the medical term used to describe a sore throat. It is a symptom of a disease and not a disease itself.
- Most instances of Pharyngitis will not be serious, and come about due to common colds or the flu. However, you should seek medical attention if pharyngitis is accompanied by difficulty in breathing, a fever, or swollen lymph nodes.
- There are several causes of contracting pharyngitis, some of which can be prevented by ensuring you take care of your whole body health, such as not smoking and maintaining and healthy lifestyle
