How to treat chronic pharyngitis

Written by Xu Qing Tian
Otolaryngology
Updated on November 04, 2024
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Chronic pharyngitis is a common and frequently occurring disease in otolaryngology, with many patients experiencing symptoms of chronic pharyngitis. The condition can be caused by long-term smoking, drinking, or consuming spicy and stimulating foods, chilled foods, and cold drinks, leading to acute congestion and proliferation of the pharyngeal mucosa. Patients often experience a noticeable foreign body sensation in the throat, along with sore throat, dry throat, and itchiness. To manage chronic pharyngitis on a daily basis, it is crucial to maintain oral hygiene, be cautious with voice use, and reduce the intake of spicy, stimulating foods and cold drinks, while also avoiding smoking and drinking as much as possible.

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Does chronic pharyngitis cause nausea?

Chronic pharyngitis is a relatively common otolaryngological disease, with numerous clinical symptoms. The most common symptoms include sore throat and the sensation of a foreign body in the throat, as well as possible nausea and dry heaving, primarily due to chronic inflammatory reactions. In terms of treatment, laryngoscopy and routine blood tests can be conducted to assess the extent of inflammation. Generally, oral traditional Chinese medicine can be considered, and it is advisable to combine this with nebulization therapy. Diet should also be light, avoiding spicy and irritating foods, as well as refraining from smoking and drinking alcohol. The general treatment period is about 1 to 2 weeks, with regular follow-ups needed to monitor effectiveness.

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How to manage chronic pharyngitis

Chronic pharyngitis is a common and frequently occurring disease in daily life, mainly characterized by the proliferation of lymphatic follicles and mucosal congestion in the throat area. How to care for chronic pharyngitis? First, we should maintain oral hygiene by frequently rinsing after meals to prevent the growth of bacteria in the mouth. Additionally, rinsing with light saltwater daily can clean the oral cavity and alleviate the congestion of the mucous membrane in the throat area. For patients with throat pain and those with feverish pharyngitis, appropriate medications are usually selected for treatment. Remedies like fat sea, wild chrysanthemum, and honeysuckle brewed in water also have positive effects on the treatment of chronic pharyngitis. (The use of medications should be carried out under the guidance of a doctor.)

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The harm of chronic pharyngitis

Chronic pharyngitis is a relatively common disease in otolaryngology, and overall, its harmfulness is not particularly great because the main cause of the disease is ordinary chronic inflammation. Therefore, the main harm is that it can easily cause discomfort in the throat. The more common symptoms include recurring sore throat, a foreign body sensation and burning sensation in the throat area. Some people may also experience itching in the throat and coughing. Laryngoscopic examination is a fairly routine method of examination, and in general, the severity of the condition can be assessed through laryngoscopy. Consideration should also be given to drug treatment, generally focusing on nebulization and oral administration of traditional Chinese medicine, as well as maintaining a light diet, refraining from smoking and drinking alcohol, and regular follow-up check-ups.

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Chronic pharyngitis is classified into several types.

Chronic pharyngitis, based on pathological conditions, is divided into three types. The first type is chronic simple pharyngitis, which is also the most common type we usually refer to. It mainly involves chronic congestion of the pharyngeal mucosa and hyperplasia of lymphatic follicles on the posterior pharyngeal wall. The second type is chronic hypertrophic pharyngitis, which can be observed during examination as congested and thickened pharyngeal mucosa with proliferating lymphatic tissue, appearing rather thick. The third type is atrophic and dry pharyngitis, which is relatively rare in clinical cases and often accompanies atrophic rhinitis. A primary symptom is dryness in the throat because the pathological changes mainly involve a decrease in the secretory function of the glandular tissues in the pharynx, resulting in reduced secretions and the mucosa becoming atrophic and thin. Based on the different causes of the condition, it can also be divided into several types. One type is simple pharyngitis, also referred to as chronic simple pharyngitis, related to smoking, drinking, air pollution, and excessive talking. Another type is reflux pharyngitis, which is now also a disease with a relatively high incidence rate, mainly caused by gastroesophageal reflux leading to chronic inflammation of the stomach and damage to the mucous membrane of the pharynx and throat, known as reflux pharyngitis. Additionally, some cases are secondary to rhinitis and sinusitis, due to the long-term discomfort in the throat caused by the backflow of nasal discharge, leading to chronic inflammatory responses; this is also a type of secondary pharyngitis.

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Symptoms of chronic pharyngitis outbreak

The symptoms of chronic pharyngitis can vary widely and there is significant individual variation. Some people have pronounced symptoms during an attack, while others may not exhibit particularly noticeable or typical symptoms. Clinically common symptoms include a sudden or recurrent sensation of a foreign body in the throat, burning, and itching. A small number of patients may also experience coughing, mainly dry cough, and possibly a sensation of throat obstruction. However, normal swallowing, eating, and drinking are not directly affected; the main issue is an abnormal sensation. Overall, it is a common condition that can be confirmed and assessed through a laryngoscopy exam. Treatment primarily involves oral medications and nebulization therapy. Regular follow-ups, a light diet, and avoiding spicy and irritating substances are recommended. Smoking and drinking alcohol should be avoided.