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.
1 Use our online referral service when it's convenient for you, or gain electronic access to patient appointment times and subsequent clinical notes and test results.  Expertise. Mayo Clinic has tertiary and quaternary expertise found in few other medical centers, including novel treatment options and clinical trials.
1 When you call us with your referral, we will arrange an appointment at a time thatâs convenient to you. 2  A specialist member of staff will conduct your test or scan at the hospital. 3  Your GP or consultant will then discuss the results with you and offer further advice and treatment if needed. A specialist member of staff will conduct your test or scan at the hospital. 2  Your GP or consultant will then discuss the results with you and offer further advice and treatment if needed.