What Causes Strep Throat and When to See a Doctor
By Steven Kmucha, MD
Streptococcal pharyngitis, commonly known as “strep throat,” is a mild but contagious bacterial infection that affects the larynx, tonsils, and/or pharynx...
Read moreSore Throat: Types, Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
By Steven Kmucha, MD
Sore throat, or pharyngitis, is characterized by pain and discomfort in the throat. It is generally a mild problem that...
Read moreHow to Manage Pharyngitis at Home
By Thomas Chasse, MD, FACS
The pharynx is part of the upper aerodigestive tract or system, closely connected to the airway. Pharyngitis refers to inflammation...
Read moreTonsillitis: Symptoms, Treatment, and Complications
By Steven Kmucha, MD
The tonsils are a pair of oval-shaped structures located at the side of the throat near the back of the tongue,...
Read moreWhite Spots in the Throat: Causes, Treatment, and Self-Care
By Candy Sebold, DDS
White spots at the back of the throat or on the tonsils can be a symptom of a variety of...
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