Most sore throats are caused by colds, the flu, coxsackie virus or mono (mononucleosis). Bacteria that can cause pharyngitis in some cases: 1  Strep throat is caused by group A streptococcus.  Less commonly, bacterial diseases such as gonorrhea and chlamydia can cause sore throat.
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If you traveled 1000 miles to a Mayo Clinic for treatments three times last year, plus back and forth to your doctor 10 times at 30 miles each appointment this would mean you have a deductible medical travel expenditure of $544.50 to claim at tax time.