Pharyngalgia
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) and perceived to originate in the throat.
What is Pharyngalgia?
Pharyngalgia is a symptom that people may experience for many reasons. It can be related to infections, chronic conditions, injuries, medication effects, or other health changes. The presence of this symptom alone does not diagnose any condition.
If you have Pharyngalgia that is severe, persistent, or accompanied by other warning signs, contact a qualified healthcare provider.
Possible conditions associated with Pharyngalgia
The following conditions have been associated with Pharyngalgia. Only a health professional can determine the underlying cause.
Adult-onset Still disease
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Eagle Syndrome
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Post-transplant lymphoproliferative disease
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Streptococcal Pharyngitis
A bacterial throat infection caused by group A streptococcus, characterized by severe sore throat, fever, and swollen to...
familial cold autoinflammatory syndrome 2
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Related symptoms
When to seek medical care
Seek urgent care if Pharyngalgia is severe, sudden, or occurs with chest pain, difficulty breathing, confusion, severe weakness, or other serious symptoms.