10 Kawasaki Disease Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Symptom #5: Sore Throat
A sore throat is pain, discomfort, or irritation of the throat. Pharyngitis (inflammation of the back of the throat or pharynx), tonsillitis (inflammation of the tonsils), and trauma are common causes of sore throats. It is a nonspecific and common symptom that can be seen in many conditions, such as viral infections, bacterial infections, tumors, and gastroesophageal reflux disease.
A sore throat can be managed using painkillers, such as paracetamol (acetaminophen), or NSAIDs like ibuprofen and naproxen sodium. Gargling with warm salt water and resting the voice may also help.
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