pharyngitis

[far-in-jahy-tis]

noun

Pathology.

1. inflammation of the mucous membrane of the pharynx; sore throat.

pharyngitis

/ ˌfærɪnˈdʒaɪtɪs /

noun

1. inflammation of the pharynx

pharyngitis

1. Inflammation of the pharynx, often a result of viral or bacterial infection, especially streptococcal bacteria.

2. See also strep throat

Word History and Origins

Origin of pharyngitis¹

First recorded in 1835–45; pharyng- + -itis

Example Sentences

Group A Streptococcus bacteria can cause more mild but still painful illness — such as streptococcal pharyngitis, commonly referred to as strep throat.

From Los Angeles Times

He had received a negative antibody test and was given penicillin for pharyngitis, his son recalled.

From Seattle Times

It turned out to be pharyngitis, but the damage was done.

From New York Times

Not a classic pharyngitis, rather a sort of aching pain which was intermittent.

From Salon

The symptoms of streptococcal pharyngitis, “strep throat”, a bacterial infection, are similar, but likely to be more severe, and possibly accompanied by a high temperature or feeling hot and shivery.

From The Guardian