Which part to massage for acute pharyngitis?

Written by Li Rui
Otolaryngology
Updated on September 07, 2024
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Massage for acute pharyngitis, generally speaking, is not particularly effective, so it is not recommended in this regard. Acute pharyngitis is mainly due to acute bacterial or viral infections, leading to inflammation. The common clinical symptoms include sudden throat pain, swelling, and a foreign body sensation. If it is more severe, there may also be difficulty breathing. In such cases, it is first recommended to visit an ENT department to examine the extent of inflammation in the throat and conduct a routine blood test. If the inflammation is caused by a bacterial infection, the use of antibiotics should be considered; if it is due to a viral infection, antiviral drugs should be considered. At the same time, it is recommended to use nebulization and take oral proprietary Chinese medicines for adjunct therapy.

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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 a relatively common ENT disease with various clinical symptoms. The more common symptoms include sore throat, foreign body sensation, fever, and swallowing obstruction. Regarding diet, it is generally advised to eat fewer biscuits, as biscuits are quite dry and may exacerbate the condition of pharyngitis. It is recommended to consume more vegetables and fruits, focusing on a light, soft, or semi-liquid diet. Medication treatment should also be considered. If the inflammation is caused by a bacterial infection, antibiotics may be considered. If it is caused by a viral infection, antiviral medications should be considered. Nebulization therapy is also recommended, and typically, the treatment period is about one week. (Please use medications under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Which department should I go to for acute pharyngitis?

For acute pharyngitis, it is advisable to visit the otolaryngology department, as acute pharyngitis is primarily caused by an acute bacterial infection, mainly leading to throat pain. In severe cases, it can cause edema of the pharyngeal mucosa, affecting swallowing or breathing, and is one of the more common throat diseases. Regarding treatment, an indirect laryngoscopy should first be performed to assess the degree of inflammation in the pharyngeal mucosa, especially to determine if there are any obstructions in the throat. Additionally, routine blood tests and inflammatory protein tests should be conducted to help determine the type and extent of the inflammatory response. In terms of medication, treatment is generally dominated by antibiotics, preferably administered orally, and supplemented by nebulization and traditional Chinese medicine. Typically, the treatment period is about one week, but there are individual differences, so it is necessary to return to the otolaryngology department for follow-up to dynamically observe the recovery. (Medications should be used under the guidance of a physician.)

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What should you avoid eating if you have acute pharyngitis?

In the diet for acute pharyngitis, patients need to eat as little as possible or avoid spicy and irritating foods, such as onions, ginger, garlic, fish, shrimp, crab, seafood, barbecue, and alcohol. They should also avoid acidic fruits, such as tangerines, grapefruits, and oranges, as these foods can cause sudden congestion and swelling of the mucous membrane in the throat. This can lead to increased throat pain, as well as sensations of a foreign body, obstruction, and burning in the throat. Acute pharyngitis occurs when a virus or bacteria invades due to lowered immunity and resistance in the body, causing symptoms in the throat. Patients may experience fever, swelling, pain in the throat, and a foreign body sensation, primarily characterized by painful swallowing. Treatment initially requires symptomatic anti-inflammatory treatment, combined with nebulized inhalation, which has good therapeutic effects. A light diet and abstaining from smoking and alcohol will gradually lead to improvement.

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Do you need injections for acute pharyngitis?

Acute pharyngitis does not necessarily require injections. The decision to administer injections should consider the condition and the patient's own state comprehensively. Generally, for most patients with mild inflammatory responses and not particularly obvious symptoms, the first consideration is still drug treatment. Currently, the main treatments are oral antibiotics and traditional Chinese medicine. It is also recommended to complement treatment with nebulization. Attention should also be paid to diet; smoking and drinking alcohol should be avoided, as should spicy and irritating foods. It is preferable to stick to soft, liquid or semi-liquid diets, with lighter foods being better. If the inflammatory response is particularly severe and conservative treatment with oral medications is ineffective, then injections or intravenous therapies may be considered.