Question 66 · LEK · Acute pharyngitis and tonsillitis
Acute pharyngitis in children 3-4 years of age:
- A. is most often caused by streptococci and requires antibiotic treatment.
- B. is always an indication for basic tests: peripheral blood counts and CRP in order to differentiate a bacterial infection from a viral infection.
- C. is most often caused by viruses and does not require antibiotic therapy.
- D. is an indication for throat swab culture.
- E. C and D are correct.
Hint
Think about the predominant cause of sore throat in preschool children and whether routine tests change management.
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