Herpangina is a self-limited infection of the upper respiratory tract caused by enteroviruses.  Serotypes of coxsackie A virus are frequently implicated. Outbreaks of herpangina often occur during the summer period, and the pediatric age group is predominantly affected.  Herpangina often begins with a sudden fever, sore throat, dysphagia, and the appearance of the enanthem. The diagnosis is usually clinical and it generally resolves within one week of infection without any sequelae.
Could you please explain what herpangina is and give a brief overview of the condition?
<s>[INST] Answer the question truthfully, you are a medical professional. This is the question: Could you please explain what herpangina is and give a brief overview of the condition? [/INST] \n Herpangina is a self-limited infection of the upper respiratory tract caused by enteroviruses.  Serotypes of coxsackie A virus are frequently implicated. Outbreaks of herpangina often occur during the summer period, and the pediatric age group is predominantly affected.  Herpangina often begins with a sudden fever, sore throat, dysphagia, and the appearance of the enanthem. The diagnosis is usually clinical and it generally resolves within one week of infection without any sequelae.</s>