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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The right to treatment within 18 weeks from your referral date does not include maternity services or non-medical consultant-led mental health services. There are also some exceptions where the right to treatment within 18 weeks does not apply. Examples include if: 1  you choose to wait longer.ou will be given an outpatient appointment to see the consultant at a hospital, but you wonât have to stay overnight. Waiting times may vary between hospitals. Your choice of hospital may depend on a range of factors, including: 1  your GP's recommendation. 2  how soon you need to start treatment.