Quick MedReview: Sore Throats (pharyngitis)
Channel: Ehealthline
Date: 2020-05-25

Quick MedReview: Sore Throats (pharyngitis)

CAUSES OF SORE THROAT
Infectious causes include bacteria and viruses that infect your throat.

Viruses that cause a sore throat include:

Rhinoviruses cause the common cold, Influenza virus,  mononucleosis virus, measles, and varicella virus.

A number of bacterial infections can cause a sore throat. 
The most common is Streptococcus pyogenes (group A streptococcus) which causes strep throat.

Now there are many cases of a sore throat that are not caused by any of these pathogens and these come under the non-infectious causes of sore throat. These can include

Allergies to pets, molds, dust, and pollen can cause a sore throat. 

Sore throat due to irritation with Irritants like tobacco smoke and chewing tobacco. Drinking excessive alcohol and eating spicy foods can also irritate your throat.

A sore throat can also develop due to a strain in the vocal cords which can be caused by excessive yelling, talking loudly, or talking for long periods without rest.

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) which is a digestive system disorder people suffer from sore throat due to acid reflux.

Tumors of the throat, tongue, or larynx can cause a sore throat.

***This video is created only for educational purposes, Always consult a medical professional for medical advice