What Is Acute Pharyngitis?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
4. Prevalence
As mentioned, pharyngitis is one of the most common of all ailments. In the United States, it is among the most common reasons for somebody making an appointment with their doctor, and it is also among the most common causes of lost manhours.
What’s more is that sore throats are more likely to occur during the colder months as the cold air affects the soft tissues, and the patients immune system is affected. It is also more likely to occur in people who are feeling run down or stressed as the immune system will not be as effective at protecting the body as usual.
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