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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We love it. From the time we get a request, approval and submit to a physician's office, specialty referrals take 2-3 minutes. And, we process 25-30 Harvard Pilgrim referrals a dayâ5,000 referrals in total a month! We like the Comment Box feature, too. We can include the date, time, even the identity of staff who submit referrals.