Can you eat mangoes with pharyngitis?

Written by Li Rui
Otolaryngology
Updated on February 16, 2025
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Pharyngitis is a relatively common ENT disease. Generally, patients with pharyngitis can eat mangoes, but they should not consume them if they have a mango allergy. Overall, mangoes do not have direct irritants, do not adversely affect the condition of pharyngitis, and do not impact the treatment's effectiveness. Most patients can normally consume fruits. Additionally, it is recommended to eat a lighter diet, avoid spicy and stimulating foods, and refrain from smoking and drinking alcohol. With timely medical treatment, most patients' conditions will gradually improve, but it is currently difficult to completely cure and may recur.

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How to maintain throat health in daily life?

Pharyngitis primarily refers to the acute or chronic inflammation of the mucous membrane in our throat. For the care of pharyngitis, we should pay attention to the following points: First, we need to be mindful of our diet, which should be light, nutritious, and easy to digest. We must avoid spicy and irritating foods, such as cigarettes, alcohol, and chili peppers. Second, we should engage in appropriate physical exercise to strengthen our constitution and avoid frequent upper respiratory infections. These conditions can prevent our pharyngitis from being effectively treated, or even cured. Thirdly, we should be cautious with certain special foods. For example, if our pharyngitis is caused by allergies, then we should minimize or avoid foods that can trigger allergies, such as fish, shrimp, and seafood. In conclusion, it is crucial to actively treat pharyngitis while also looking after oneself.

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Can pharyngitis not be cured?

There are many treatment methods for pharyngitis, but it is still difficult to cure completely and may recur frequently. After the onset, it is recommended to visit an otolaryngology clinic where you can have routine blood tests and laryngoscopic examinations, which help to preliminarily determine the severity of the condition. Generally, oral medication can be considered, along with nebulization therapy. During treatment, regular follow-up is necessary to monitor the effects. Most patients will gradually improve with timely medication. In terms of diet, it should be light; avoid spicy and irritative foods, smoking, and drinking alcohol. (Specific medications should be taken under the guidance of a physician.)

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How many days will it take for the fever from pharyngitis to subside?

Fever caused by pharyngitis is generally due to reduced immunity and resistance, resulting from viral or bacterial infection. Typically, this causes the patient to experience sudden high fever, with body temperatures above 38°C, and the fever may last for three to five days. Symptoms also include swelling and pain in the throat, muscle fatigue, muscle soreness, dryness, itching, and a foreign body sensation in the throat. Common pathogens include Streptococcus pyogenes or Coxsackie virus. Examination may reveal obvious congestive edema of the pharyngeal mucosa, and yellow purulent secretions on the posterior pharyngeal wall. Treatment primarily involves symptomatic anti-inflammatory therapy, with good results from oral cephalosporin antibiotics. Additionally, treatment may include nebulized corticosteroids, with gradual improvement typically occurring over about a week.

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Do you need a laryngoscopy for pharyngitis?

Pharyngitis refers to the inflammation of the mucous membrane of the throat, which can be acute or chronic. Clinically, it mainly presents symptoms such as throat pain and a foreign body sensation in the throat, along with other symptoms. Pharyngitis can generally be diagnosed through a local examination or laryngoscopy, which fulfills clinical requirements. For recurrent pharyngitis or clinically severe cases, an electronic laryngoscopy may be necessary to check for any growths in the pharynx or on the vocal cords, as this examination can clearly determine the condition and guide clinical treatment. Therefore, it is necessary to perform a laryngoscopy for pharyngitis.

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Is pharyngitis prone to recurrence?

Pharyngitis is a relatively common otolaryngological disease that tends to recur. The most common causes are acute bacterial or viral infections. It can also be triggered by a cold, and some patients are affected because they often come into contact with irritants or chemical substances. A small number of patients suffer due to spicy diets or the consumption of other allergenic foods. Generally, symptoms can be significantly improved through standardized medical treatment. For example, throat pain and the sensation of a foreign body in the throat can be alleviated, but there is a tendency for recurrence. Additionally, some patients may experience inflammatory reactions in other parts of the body. (The use of medications should be guided by a professional doctor.)