adult sore throat causes
throat infections (pharyngitis or strep throat) and tonsillitis – which can cause a sore throat, swollen glands and discomfort when swallowing. impetigo – a skin infection that can cause sores, blisters and crusts to develop on the skin. Streptococcal infections. Introduction. Streptococcal infections are any type of infection caused by the streptococcus (strep) group of bacteria. There are many different types of Streptococci bacteria, and infections vary in severity from mild throat infections to life-threatening infections of the blood or organs. Viruses cause many sore throats in both adults and children. A runny nose, cough and hoarseness are more typical of viral infections. Antibiotics have no effect on viral infections. However, your doctor may suggest over-the-counter acetaminophen or ibuprofen and throat lozenges to manage the pain. Tonsillopharyngitis is usually caused by a virus, typically one of the same viruses that causes the common cold. Most common colds begin with a mild sore throat. A less common viral cause is acute mononucleosis (caused by the Epstein-Barr virus), which occurs mainly in children and young adults. Rarer still, sore throat can be part of the initial infection with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Strep throat vs. sore throat: What’s the difference? A variety of things can cause sore throats in both kids and adults. Things like viruses, bacteria, allergies or runny nose drainage can all cause pain in the throat. A sore throat represents a symptom, which has some underlying cause. See your doctor as soon as possible if your sore throat lasts longer than one week or is accompanied by: Fever of 103 F (39.4 C) or higher. Hoarse voice for more than one week. Pus on the back of your throat. Blood in your saliva or phlegm. See your doctor as soon as possible if your sore throat lasts longer than one week or is accompanied by: 1  Fever of 103 F (39.4 C) or higher. 2  Hoarse voice for more than one week. 3  Pus on the back of your throat.  Blood in your saliva or 1  phlegm. Skin rash.  Signs of dehydration. A sore throat (pharyngitis) is a common problem and usually is caused by a viral or bacterial infection. Sore throat usually resolves on its own without complications in adults, although it is important to know when to seek medical attention. About 10% of sore throats in adults (and slightly more in children) are caused by a type of Streptococcus bacteria (streptococci). Such streptococcal infections are often termed strep throat. Strep throat is unusual in children younger than 2 years. SORE THROAT SYMPTOMS. Viral pharyngitis — Most people with a sore throat have a virus. The most common viruses are those that cause upper respiratory infections, such as the common cold. (See Patient education: The common cold in adults (Beyond the Basics).) Symptoms of a viral infection can include: ●A runny or congested nose.
A runny nose, cough and hoarseness.