Symptoms, Causes, And Treatment Of A Sore Throat
June 7, 2017
A sore throat is characterized by scratchiness, irritation or pain in the throat. The condition often becomes worse when the infected person swallows. A sore throat is most commonly caused by a viral infection such as a cold or the flu. Most symptoms of a sore throat will resolve with general home care. When a sore throat is caused by a bacterial infection, it is known as strep throat or a streptococcal infection. The following is a list of symptoms, causes, and treatment options.