Pharyngitis

Pharyngitis is a painful inflammation of the pharynx, and is colloquially referred to as a sore throat. Infection of the tonsils, tonsillitis (American English: tonsilitis) may occur simultaneously.

Related Topics:
Pharynx - Tonsillitis - Tonsilitis

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The major cause is infection, of which 90% are viral, the remainder caused by bacterial infection and rarely oral thrush (fungal candidiasis e.g. in babies). Some cases of pharyngitis are caused by irritation from agents such as pollutants, chemicals, or smoke.

Related Topics:
Infection - Viral - Bacterial - Oral thrush - Fungal - Candidiasis - Pollutant - Chemical - Smoke

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