Inflammation of the pharynx characterized by sore throat and painful swallowing
Sore throat and painful swallowing
Lower likelihood to be caused by Group A Streptococcus (GAS) (Centor score 0-2*):
Higher likelihood to be caused by GAS (Centor score 3-4*):
*See "Centor Clinical Scoring System" below
Blood tests usually not needed
Usually not needed unless a complication is suspected
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