What Is Pharyngitis?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
4. Other Causes
There are also numerous other causes of pharyngitis in addition to viruses and bacteria and, again, most are quite harmless. In some cases, it might simply be a case of the patient breathing in air that is dryer than usual. It might even sometimes be caused by shouting or talking for long periods.
Irritants in the air such as tobacco smoke and certain chemicals can also be a cause. Allergies can also cause a sore throat, as well as a number of other symptoms. Reflux is another potential cause as acidic stomach juices rising up the esophagus can irritate the delicate tissue. Throat cancer is another potential cause, although this is rare.
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