How to treat acute pharyngitis symptoms?

Written by Li Mao Cai
Otolaryngology
Updated on September 19, 2024
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The treatment of acute pharyngitis symptoms primarily involves topical medication, systemic medication, and general measures. First, topical treatments mainly include traditional Chinese medicine lozenges, or medications delivered by nebulization, or various mouthwashes, etc. These topical medications mainly provide quick relief from symptoms such as dry throat, sore throat, and throat heat. As for systemic medications, these generally involve the use of antibiotics or antiviral drugs. Doctors will choose different treatments based on their assessment of the condition and what factors they believe have caused the acute pharyngitis. General measures include bed rest, drinking plenty of water, consuming easily digestible food, and avoiding spicy, irritating foods as well as environments with tobacco and alcohol.

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Can I eat bayberry if I have acute pharyngitis?

Patients with acute pharyngitis can eat bayberries. Acute pharyngitis is caused by acute bacterial infection and inflammation. In terms of diet, it is generally safe to eat conventional fruits, but do not consume spicy and irritating food or food that easily causes allergies. Most patients will gradually improve through dietary adjustments and medication. However, during the treatment process, regular check-ups are necessary. Blood routine tests and indirect laryngoscopy can help assess the severity of the condition and the effectiveness of the medication. Overall, most patients need to consider using antibiotics and can also combine this with nebulizer treatment. With timely treatment, the condition will gradually improve.

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Is acute pharyngitis prone to recurrence?

Acute pharyngitis is a disease prone to recurrence and is very common in otolaryngology. The causes are mainly associated with the patient's long-term habits of smoking, drinking alcohol, exposure to colds, and consumption of spicy and irritating food, as well as cold drinks. Patients with acute pharyngitis may experience symptoms such as dry throat, itchy throat, sore throat, and a foreign body sensation in the throat during an episode. For patients with acute pharyngitis, it is important to avoid smoking, drinking alcohol, and consuming spicy and irritating food in daily life to prevent recurrent symptoms. Additionally, rinsing with salt water can be beneficial in reducing inflammation and congestion of the mucous membranes in the throat.

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Is acute pharyngitis contagious?

Acute pharyngitis can be contagious. Generally, it can spread through the respiratory or digestive systems. If the patient shows symptoms of fever and throat pain, isolation is required. Typically, isolation lasts for 3-5 days. Acute pharyngitis is caused by a viral or bacterial infection, leading to symptoms in the throat as well as systemic symptoms. The patient may experience sudden high fever, with body temperature above 38°C, and severe throat pain. Other symptoms include dry throat, sore throat, itchy throat, sensation of a foreign body in the throat, and a feeling of obstruction. During an examination with an electronic laryngoscope, the mucous membranes in the throat may be found to be congested and significantly swollen, with pus-like secretions present on the posterior pharyngeal wall. For treatment, an examination using an electronic laryngoscope and a routine blood test are first required. If there is an increase in white blood cells, symptomatic anti-inflammatory treatment and oral antibiotics are needed. If lymphocytes are elevated, symptomatic antiviral treatment is required, and recovery can generally occur within about a week. (The use of medications should be under the guidance of a professional doctor.)

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How many days does acute pharyngitis take to get better?

Acute pharyngitis generally begins to improve after about a week. Acute pharyngitis is a condition of the throat caused by viral or bacterial infection due to lowered immunity and resistance. Patients may experience sudden high fever with temperature above 38.5°C, severe throat pain predominately during swallowing. Additionally, symptoms such as dry throat, itchy throat, and a sensation of a foreign body in the throat may occur. Upon examination, swollen and congested soft palate and uvula can be observed, with dot-like pus plugs found on the surface and yellow secretions on the posterior pharyngeal wall. In terms of treatment, patients first need to undergo routine blood tests. If there is an increase in white blood cells, symptomatic anti-inflammatory treatment with oral antibiotics is required. If lymphocytes are elevated, symptomatic antiviral treatment is needed, along with nebulization inhalation and a light diet. The condition generally begins to improve gradually after a week. (Note: The use of medication should be carried out under the guidance of a professional physician.)

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Can I eat biscuits with acute pharyngitis?

Acute pharyngitis is an acute inflammatory disease of the pharynx, clinically characterized by soreness in the throat and sometimes symptoms such as chills and fever. Examination can reveal acute congestion of the pharyngeal mucosa, and the mucosa may also be edematous. Theoretically, it is permissible to eat biscuits during acute pharyngitis, as there are no specific contraindications. However, biscuits are generally dry and can be difficult to swallow because of the soreness in the throat during acute pharyngitis. If one must eat biscuits, they can be chewed thoroughly or dipped in water, and there are no absolute contraindications. It is important for patients with acute pharyngitis to maintain a light diet and drink plenty of water, but eating biscuits is allowable.