Sore Throat
A scratchy, painful throat known medically as PHARYNGITIS, that often accompanies a cold or other infection caused by a variety of organisms. Although a sore throat in itself is not serious, it may indicate a bacterial infection such as STREP THROAT.
Symptoms
Strep throat may cause swollen/tender lymph nodes in the neck, fever for more than two days, and pain with swallowing. Any of the following signs indicate the onset of EPIGLOTTITIS, which is much more serious than a sore throat and requires immediate medical attention:
• sudden severe pain in throat
• refusal to swallow
• uncontrolled drooling
• breathing problems
• harsh sound when inhaling
Symptoms
Strep throat may cause swollen/tender lymph nodes in the neck, fever for more than two days, and pain with swallowing. Any of the following signs indicate the onset of EPIGLOTTITIS, which is much more serious than a sore throat and requires immediate medical attention:
• sudden severe pain in throat
• refusal to swallow
• uncontrolled drooling
• breathing problems
• harsh sound when inhaling
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In fact, drink plenty of water every day, you can alleviate the symptoms.
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