Signs and Symptoms of Bronchitis
- Cough that produces mucus (sometimes without mucus the first few days)
- Soreness in the chest with coughing
- Fatigue
- Mild headache
- Mild body aches
- Low-grade fever (less than 102°F)
- Watery eyes
- Sore throat
Strep Throat
Sore Throat
Causes of a Sore Throat
- Most sore throats are caused by viruses, like ones that cause a cold or the flu
- Some sore throats, like strep throat, are caused by bacteria; strep throat is caused by Group A streptococcus
- Other causes
include:
- Allergies
- Dry air
- Pollution (airborne chemicals or irritants)
- Smoking or exposure to second hand smoke
See a Healthcare Provider if You or Your Child has:
- A sore throat that lasts longer than 1 week
- Difficulty swallowing or breathing
- Excessive drooling (young children)
- Temperature higher than 100.4° F
- Pus on the back of the throat
- Rash
- Hoarseness lasting longer than 2 weeks
- Blood in saliva or phlegm
- Symptoms of dehydration (dry, sticky mouth, decreased urination or fewer wet diapers, few or no tears when crying)
- Recurring sore throats
Your healthcare provider can determine the cause of a sore throat and if treatment is needed. If your child is younger than three months of age and has a fever, it’s important to always call your healthcare provider right away.