Does acute pharyngitis recur easily?

Written by Deng Bang Yu
Otolaryngology
Updated on September 09, 2024
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Relatively easy. Acute pharyngitis is an acute inflammatory disease of the pharyngeal mucosa, and acute pharyngitis can also be part of an upper respiratory tract infection. Clinically, the main manifestations of acute pharyngitis are pain in the throat, and severe cases may exhibit symptoms like chills and fever. We can observe that the mucous membrane of the throat is highly congested, and there may even be purulent secretions. After treating acute pharyngitis clinically, it is relatively easy for it to recur. This is because our usual diet of spicy and irritating foods, or foods that are too cold or too hot, can adversely stimulate the mucous membrane of the throat. At the same time, if we are prone to catching colds, the cold itself will affect the mucous membrane of the pharynx, thus making acute pharyngitis clinically prone to recurrence.

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Does acute pharyngitis require rest?

Acute pharyngitis is a relatively common ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) disease, primarily caused by acute bacterial infection. After the onset, it is crucial to ensure rest as overexertion can exacerbate the severity of acute pharyngitis and may also affect the treatment outcome. In terms of pharmacotherapy, oral medications are commonly used, and can be combined with nebulizer therapy. During the treatment process, regular follow-ups and observation of the treatment effects are necessary. However, a small portion of patients with severe conditions may not respond well to oral medications, necessitating consideration of infusion therapy. The treatment period is generally around one week.

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What diet should someone with acute pharyngitis follow?

Acute pharyngitis is a relatively common ENT disease. Dietary recommendations mainly include light, soft, or semi-liquid foods, plenty of vegetables, and fruits. It’s advised to avoid spicy, irritant foods, allergenic foods, and excessively hard foods. Generally, patients with acute pharyngitis should visit an ENT department. Blood routine tests and laryngoscopy can be conducted to assess the specific condition of the disease. Treatment often includes the use of antibiotics to fight infection, and can be accompanied by nebulization. During the treatment process, regular check-ups are necessary to observe the recovery of the condition.

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Does acute pharyngitis have phlegm?

The symptoms of acute pharyngitis are numerous and can cause coughing and expectoration, as well as sore throat, foreign body sensation in the throat, fever, swallowing obstruction, and difficulty breathing. There is significant individual variation in specific symptoms. After the onset of the disease, it is necessary to visit an otolaryngology department, where routine blood tests and indirect laryngoscopy can be conducted to assess the severity of the condition. In terms of medication treatment, oral medications are commonly used at present, and can be combined with nebulizer therapy. During the treatment process, regular follow-ups are needed to observe the recovery of the condition. Most patients will gradually improve after timely medical treatment.

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What is the fastest treatment for acute pharyngitis?

The treatment of acute pharyngitis mainly involves medication. First, the degree of the inflammatory response should be assessed. It is recommended to visit an otolaryngology specialist and perform an indirect laryngoscopy, as well as routine blood tests and inflammatory response protein tests, as these examinations can preliminarily determine the extent of inflammation. In terms of treatment, acute pharyngitis is generally caused by bacterial infection; oral antibiotics are usually the first choice for anti-infection treatment. Additionally, nebulization and traditional Chinese medicine can be considered for supplementary treatment. It is also necessary to follow a light diet, and avoid smoking and drinking alcohol. With medication treatment, a re-evaluation is typically done after about three days to observe the recovery situation. The overall treatment period is approximately one week, but if the inflammatory response is particularly severe, it may be necessary to extend the treatment duration. (Note: Medication should be used under the guidance of a doctor.)

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What are the symptoms of acute pharyngitis?

Acute pharyngitis is a relatively common ENT (ear, nose, and throat) disease with a variety of clinical symptoms. The most common symptoms include sore throat, a foreign body sensation in the throat, and fever. Some patients may experience swallowing obstruction and breathing difficulties, and there is considerable individual variability in specific symptoms. Generally, it is recommended to conduct a laryngoscopy and complete blood count to determine the specific degree and type of the inflammatory response. In terms of treatment, oral medication is primarily used, which can be supplemented with nebulization. If the inflammatory response is particularly severe and oral medication is ineffective, intravenous therapy may need to be considered.