Carotidynia is a common but seldom recognized syndrome in which the patient typically complains of a sore throat. Closer questioning usually reveals the soreness to be in the neck. On physical examination, tenderness is noted along a localized segment of the carotid artery. Often the syndrome is misdiagnosed as cervical adenitis and inappropriately treated with an antibiotic. Etiology is unknown. Anti-inflammatory therapy is effective.
颈动脉痛是一种常见但很少被认识到的综合征，患者通常主诉咽痛。进一步询问通常会发现疼痛位于颈部。体格检查时，可在颈动脉的一段局部区域发现压痛。该综合征常被误诊为颈淋巴结炎，并被不恰当地使用抗生素治疗。病因不明。抗炎治疗有效。
