Sore Throat

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    Mike Murray
    Last Updated: November 20, 2025

    Sore throat (pharyngitis) refers to inflammation of the mucous membranes of the oropharynx, resulting in scratchiness or pain in the throat. In the most cases, the cause is an infection, either viral (e.g., the common cold, the flu) or bacterial (e.g., group A streptococcus).

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    2. Sore Throat Symptoms - Wang G, Qi Y, Wu L, Jiang GComparative Efficacy of 6 Topical Pharmacological Agents for Preventive Interventions of Postoperative Sore Throat After Tracheal Intubation: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-analysis.Anesth Analg.(2021 Jul 1)
    3. Sore Throat Symptoms - Lin L, Xiao J, Wu L, Fan F, Feng W, Wei J, Wang G, Liu G, Zhang W, Lu Y, Li Y, Lu L, Li H, Sun S, Gou J, Dang Y, Sun X, Jiang B, Qin J, Zhen H, Fang Y, Ding J, Huang M, Zhao W, Cai Y, Huang K, Tong X, Chen Y, Zhang H, Lin LEfficacy and safety of Kegan Liyan oral liquid for patients with acute pharyngitis: A randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled, multi-center trial.Phytomedicine.(2024 Nov)
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