Sore Throat (cont.)
Medical Author:
David A Halperin, MD
Medical Editor:
Scott H Plantz, MD, FAAEM
Medical Editor:
Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD
Medical Editor:
Thomas Rebbecchi, MD, FAAEM
IN THIS ARTICLE
OutlookMost sore throats go away with or without treatment. Although rare, complications of strep throat such as rheumatic fever, poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis, and epiglottitis can cause serious illness or death. When you dread every swallow, however, any treatment that gives relief is looked upon with great favor. Viewer Comments & ReviewsSore Throat (Pharyngitis) - Length Symptoms LastedThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:How long did the symptoms of your sore throat (pharyngitis) last? Was there anything in particular that helped with pain/symptom relief? Sore Throat - TreatmentThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:What treatment was effective for your sore throat? |
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