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2. Sore throat - Wikipedia

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   For sore throat caused by bacteria (GAS), treatment with antibiotics may help the person get better faster, reduce the risk that the bacterial infection spreads, prevent retropharyngeal abscesses and quinsy, and reduce the risk of other complications such as rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart disease. [2]

3. Streptococcal pharyngitis - Wikipedia

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   Streptococcal pharyngitis, also known as streptococcal sore throat (strep throat), is pharyngitis (an infection of the pharynx, the back of the throat) caused by Streptococcus pyogenes, a gram-positive, group A streptococcus. [9] [10] Common symptoms include fever, sore throat, red tonsils, and enlarged lymph nodes in the front of the neck.

4. Pharyngitis - Wikipedia

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   [2] [4] Specific testing is not recommended in people who have clear symptoms of a viral infection, such as a cold. [2] Otherwise, a rapid antigen detection test or throat swab is recommended. [2] PCR testing has become common as it is as good as taking a throat swab but gives a faster result. [8]

5. What to eat (and avoid) when you have a sore throat - AOL

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   Warm liquids can help soothe a sore throat, and foods with a softer texture often feel better on an irritated throat, adds V. Peter DeMarco, M.D., primary care physician at Columbia University ...

6. Throat lozenge - Wikipedia

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   A throat lozenge (also known as a cough drop, sore throat sweet, troche, cachou, pastille or cough sweet) is a small, typically medicated tablet intended to be dissolved slowly in the mouth to temporarily stop coughs, lubricate, and soothe irritated tissues of the throat (usually due to a sore throat or strep throat), possibly from the common ...

7. Phenoxymethylpenicillin - Wikipedia

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   Phenoxymethylpenicillin, also known as penicillin V (PcV) and penicillin VK, is an antibiotic useful for the treatment of a number of bacterial infections. [2] Specifically it is used for the treatment of strep throat, otitis media, and cellulitis. [2] It is also used to prevent rheumatic fever and to prevent infections following removal of the ...