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To research the causes of Acute pharyngitis, consider researching the causes of these these diseases that may be similar, or associated with Acute pharyngitis: 1  Irritation of pharynx. 2  Infection of tonsils. 3  Irritation of tonsils.  Group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal 1  infections. GABHS infections.  Bacterial 1  pharyngitis. Viral pharyngitis.
Pharyngitis is typically a type of respiratory tract infection. Most cases are caused by a viral infection. Strep throat is the cause in about 25% of children and 10% of adults. Uncommon causes include other bacteria such as gonorrhea, fungus, irritants such as smoke, allergies, and gastroesophageal reflux disease. Specific testing is not recommended in people who have clear symptoms of a viral infection such as a cold.