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Throat Infections: Common Microorganisms and Causes
Throat infections can be caused by bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
Bacteria
- Streptococcus pyogenes (strep throat)
- Staphylococcus aureus
- Streptococcus pneumoniae
- Haemophilus influenzae
- Mycoplasma pneumoniae
- Chlamydia pneumoniae
- Neisseria gonorrhoeae
Viruses
- Influenza, parainfluenza, RSV, adenoviruses, herpes simplex, Epstein-Barr, cytomegalovirus.
Fungi
- Candida albicans (thrush)
Other
- Mycoplasma hominis, Ureaplasma urealyticum.
Causative agent depends on age, immune status, exposure, geography, season.
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