Herpangina is a viral infection that causes sore throat and pus-filled sores on the throat, tongue, tonsils, and roof of the mouth. The illness is not serious and often goes away in less than a week.
| By | Healthwise Staff |
| Primary Medical Reviewer | David Messenger, MD |
| Specialist Medical Reviewer | Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine |
| Last Revised | February 25, 2010 |
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