What should I do if acute pharyngitis makes me feel like vomiting?

Written by Li Rui
Otolaryngology
Updated on February 18, 2025
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Acute pharyngitis is a relatively common otolaryngological disease with various clinical symptoms such as nausea and vomiting, which are common clinical manifestations. It can also cause sore throat, foreign body sensation in the throat, difficulty swallowing, or even breathing difficulties. Typically, acute pharyngitis is mainly caused by acute bacterial infection and inflammation. Examinations such as laryngoscopy and routine blood tests can be performed. The main purpose of these tests is to determine the specific extent and type of the inflammatory response. In terms of treatment, most patients may need to consider using antibiotics and anti-infection treatments. Additionally, treatments can be supplemented with nebulization and oral traditional Chinese medicine. After medication, regular follow-ups are necessary to observe the effects. (The use of medication should be under the guidance of a doctor.)

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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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How long does acute pharyngitis take to heal?

Acute pharyngitis generally heals within seven to ten days. Acute pharyngitis is caused by a viral infection due to lowered immunity and resistance. Patients may experience sudden high fever, severe sore throat, and symptoms such as dry throat, itchy throat, sensation of a foreign body in the throat, and a feeling of obstruction. Examination may reveal swelling and congestion of the soft palate and uvula, and yellow secretions on the posterior pharyngeal wall. In terms of treatment, acute pharyngitis is a viral infection and generally does not require oral antibiotic treatment. Patients can use nebulized inhalation which is effective in reducing congestion and edema of the throat. A bland diet, abstaining from smoking and alcohol, avoiding spicy and irritating foods, drinking more water, and resting more can generally lead to gradual improvement within a week. (The use of medications should be under the guidance of a professional doctor.)

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Which department should I go to for acute pharyngitis?

Acute pharyngitis is a relatively common otolaryngologic disease, thus it is recommended to consult an otolaryngologist. It is mainly caused by acute bacterial or viral infections leading to inflammation. There are numerous clinical symptoms, with the most common being sore throat, foreign body sensation in the throat, and it may also cause fever, swallowing obstruction, and breathing difficulties. In terms of treatment, after visiting the otolaryngology department, an initial diagnosis can generally be made based on routine blood tests and indirect laryngoscopy to assess the specific cause and severity of the condition. Treatment usually involves oral medication, and nebulization therapy may also be considered. The treatment period is typically about one week. After medication, regular follow-up checks are necessary to observe the effects. (Please use medications under the guidance of a 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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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.