Question 1

what is the cause of severe throat infection? cure for it?

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Throat Infection: Throat infections can be tonsillitis, gerd, sinusitis, etc. Or signs of more serious problems. See an ENT specialist.

Question 2

is it possible that a throat infection can cause a toothache?

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Possible: Throat infection makes it difficult for you to swallow--a natural, repetitive movement we have everyday, every minute. Even if you do not have any dental decay or other dental issues, it is possible to have tooth ache, especially if your swallowing and/or chewing becomes unusual. If you have not had your teeth checked in the last 6 months, however, i'd recommend that you do also.

Question 3

what cause repeat infections?in the kidney, chest, or throat?

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Complex: It may be that the infection was not treated effectively the first time, and is recurring.  It may be due to impaired immune function from some underlying condition.  It may be that there are anatomic abnormalities which are predisposing to infection.  These are things that doctors learn in medical school and practice, so that if you have these infections, see your pcp.

Question 4

does eating leads of pencil causes throat infection which lasts for many days?

Accepted Answer

: Pencil lead is graphite, an inert substance not known to be a problem. The behavior of eating odd objects does expose a person to the germs they carry on their outer surface. I would encourage you to not put anything but food &amp; fluids into your mouth, preferably after washing your hands/fingers.

Question 5

what causes streptococcal infection in the throat? is it contagious?

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Very contagious: Strep throat is caused by group a streptococcus (or streptococcus pyogenes) which is a very infectious bacteria.

Question 6

what causes frequent throat infections?

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Many possibilities: Inadequate therapy, re-exposure or frequent exposure to persons with causative organisms (like schoolteachers), changes in immune function, chronic tonsillar infection, and so on and so on.

Question 7

can infection cause a feeling of throat closing?

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Throat closing: Yes it is possible, but in my practice I have noticed that most people who have the sensation of throat closing usually have it as a result of uncontrolled acid reflux disease.

Question 8

how to know if i have chronic throat infection caused by cold?

Accepted Answer

The viruses: that cause common colds usually do not cause prolonged symptoms. Recommend medical assessment.

Question 9

what virus causes throat infection?

Accepted Answer

Many causes: Many sore throats are caused by a viral illness, such as:

    the common cold, the most common type of viral infection.
    Infection of the voice box (laryngitis).
    Mononucleosis (mono, "the kissing disease"), a viral infection that tends to cause a persistent sore throat.
    Other viral infections, such as mumps, herpangina, or influenza. Can also cause sore throat.

Question 10

severe throat infection that closes up the throat, cannot breathe. what could cause it?

Accepted Answer

Many things: A severe throat infection like that can be caused by several things, starting with the classic culprit, group a streptococcus.  Treatment is with antibiotics, but the key now is to make sure the airway is clear so you can breathe; i would recommend going to the er immediately.

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