What are the symptoms of acute pharyngitis?

Written by Li Rui
Otolaryngology
Updated on April 11, 2025
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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.

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Is nebulization useful for acute pharyngitis?

Acute pharyngitis is a relatively common otolaryngologic disease, mainly caused by acute viral or bacterial infections that lead to inflammation. Nebulization could be considered as it is a commonly used treatment method, which helps alleviate throat pain and reduce congestion and edema of the pharyngeal mucosa, and also aids in recovery from the illness. However, oral medication is usually necessary in conjunction with nebulization. If it's a bacterial infection, antibiotics should be considered, and if it's a viral infection, antiviral medications should be used. Some patients might also combine oral traditional Chinese medicine for comprehensive treatment. The general treatment period is about a week, and regular follow-up is needed to monitor recovery. (Specific medication use should be conducted 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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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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What medicine is used for acute pharyngitis?

Acute pharyngitis is a relatively common otolaryngological disease, with numerous clinical symptoms. The more common ones include sore throat and the sensation of a foreign body in the throat; some patients may also develop a fever. In terms of treatment, it is first necessary to conduct some indirect laryngoscopy and routine blood tests to determine the specific cause and severity of the condition. If it is caused by an acute bacterial infection, the use of antibiotics should be considered, commonly cephalosporins or penicillins. If it is due to a viral infection, antiviral medications should be considered, and glucocorticoid medications can also be used in nebulization treatment. During the treatment process, regular follow-up visits are required to observe the effects of the treatment. (Medication should be administered under the guidance of a professional physician.)

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Does acute pharyngitis cause a fever?

Acute pharyngitis is a relatively common otolaryngological disease with various clinical symptoms. Some patients may experience fever, throat pain, foreign body sensation in the throat, burning sensation, swallowing obstruction, and irregular breathing. In terms of treatment, it is first necessary to conduct routine blood tests and laryngoscopy to assess the extent and severity of inflammation. Generally, medication treatment is considered, commonly using antibiotics. This can be combined with traditional Chinese medicine and nebulization therapy. The treatment period is usually about one week, and after medication, regular follow-up checks are required to observe the effects. (Please use medication under the guidance of a doctor.)