Neck pain

What is throat pain?

Pain or discomfort in the throat/pharynx lasting from hours to days

Occurrence

  • Neck pain is one of the main symptoms in about 5% of all sick leaves during the winter months.
  • Between 10-40% of patients have infection with streptococcal bacteria
  • Approximately 1-2% have “kissing disease” (mononucleosis)
  • The rest have a wide variety of viruses or bacteria that don’t need antibiotics

Common causes

  • Upper respiratory tract infection
  • Cystic fibrosis, mononucleosis
  • Streptococcal throat infection
  • Scarlet fever
  • Throat abscess (peritonsillar abscess)

Who can help you?

One of our ear, nose and throat specialists will be able to perform a satisfactory examination in order to make the correct diagnosis and start the appropriate treatment. We have standardized procedures as well as access to state-of-the-art equipment to ensure our patients receive a thorough and rapid examination.

 

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