Pharyngalgia
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) and perceived to originate in the throat.
Also called: Pharyngodynia, Sore throat, Throat discomfort, Throat pain.
Conditions associated with pharyngalgia
The following conditions have been associated with pharyngalgia in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Adult-onset Still disease
Adult-onset Still disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Post-transplant lymphoproliferative disease
Post-transplant lymphoproliferative disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptom...
Streptococcal Pharyngitis
A bacterial throat infection caused by group A streptococcus, characterized by severe sore throat, fever, and ...
familial cold autoinflammatory syndrome 2
An autoinflammatory disease caused by mutations in the NLRP12 gene. It is characterized by periodic fevers beg...
Tests providers may use to investigate pharyngalgia
When investigating pharyngalgia, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside pharyngalgia
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Headache
Cephalgia, or pain sensed in various parts of the head, not confined to the area of distribution of any nerve....
Painful Swallowing
Pain when swallowing, which can be a sign of throat infection, inflammation, or other conditions....
Sore Throat
Pain, scratchiness, or irritation of the throat that often worsens when swallowing, commonly caused by viral o...
Swollen Neck Lymph Nodes
Swollen lymph nodes in the neck, often a sign of infection, inflammation, or other conditions....
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if pharyngalgia is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom pharyngalgia mean?
Pharyngalgia is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) and perceived to originate in the throat.
Which conditions are associated with pharyngalgia?
Pharyngalgia has been reported in association with 4 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Adult-onset Still disease, Post-transplant lymphoproliferative disease, Streptococcal Pharyngitis, familial cold autoinflammatory syndrome 2. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about pharyngalgia?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.