What you may notice
Symptoms can overlap with other conditions and vary between people.
- Sore throat
- Swollen tonsils
- Fever
- Pain with swallowing
Understanding care
Clinical care may include throat examination and assessment of infection or recurrent episodes. A qualified clinician decides which investigations and options fit the individual situation.
When to seek help
Persistent or severe throat symptoms need review. Difficulty breathing, inability to swallow saliva, marked neck swelling or rapid deterioration requires urgent emergency care.
For severe breathing difficulty, collapse, suspected stroke, or another emergency, call local emergency services immediately. In India, call 112.
Read the medical sources
These sources support the educational article and offer more detail.
Prepared from the linked sources. This summary has not had an independent clinician review. A qualified clinician can assess symptoms and explain which information applies to you.
