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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Select the Specialist to refer the patient to on the Select Specialist page, by clicking on the Select Specialist button OR search again by clicking on the Back to Specialist Search button. 8. You will be returned to the referral submission page and the specialist info will be populated based on the selection prior.