throat infection
Inflamed swallowing passage
A throat infection is an illness caused by bacteria or viruses affecting the throat, producing symptoms like pain, redness, swelling, and difficulty swallowing.
Strep throat is the most common bacterial throat infection; viral infections include those causing pharyngitis and tonsillitis.
The doctor diagnosed a throat infection and prescribed antibiotics.
- streptococcusSpherical bacteria in chains
- pharyngitisInflamed upper airway lining
- antibioticsBacteria-destroying medicines
- feverElevated body temperature
- coughExplosive airway clearing
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