You are in Medical Library . If caused by the Group A streptococcus , it is called strep throat . Pharyngitis is a common illness. And Tests throat swab culture streptococcal screen Treatment Treatment of viral pharyngitis is only to relieve symptoms. Antibiotics are not effective.
Bacterial pharyngitis is treated with antibiotics.
The full course of antibiotics should be taken, even if symptoms improve before the medication is gone. Chronic pharyngitis is treated by eliminating the cause of inflammation. Pharyngitis most often clears up on its own. Prevention Avoid irritation of the throat. The information provided herein should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition.