Sore Throat
The raw, scratchy, burning feeling at the back of your throat is often the first warning sign that you have a cold, or that the flu is on the way. But it can also be the first symptom of more serious conditions.
If your throat is sore, dry, scratchy, burning, or irritated and you are also experiencing fever, commonly, you may have the bacterial infection strep throat. Strep throat is characterized by inflammation in the throat with white patches as well as fever and general feeling of discomfort. Strep throat can be diagnosed with a rapid strep test and a throat culture. Positive results for strep can be treated with antibiotics; but, you may still be contagious for 2-3 days following beginning the course of treatment. Strep is highly contagious, therefore, we recommend seeking medical attention as soon as possible.