10 Causes of a Sore Throat
Cause #4: Trauma
Sore throat caused by trauma occurs when there is any direct injury to the area of the neck or throat. Evaluation of sore throat caused by trauma may involve radiologic imaging such as an x-ray or computed tomography scan to investigate and rule out other causes of the sore throat such as a tumor, abscess, and more.
In some cases, an otolaryngologist may be consulted. Those involved in contact sports or activities where there is a risk of injury to the throat area should take appropriate safety measures and use protective equipment to avoid injury to the neck.
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