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Viral Pharyngitis

耳鼻喉科

Common symptoms

疱疹、淋巴结肿大、咽喉干燥充血、咽部灼热疼痛、咽炎、舌炎、龈炎、畏寒、喉咙痒、咽部粘膜弥漫充血

The pathology of disease

Viral pharyngitis is pharyngeal inflammation due to viruses (rhinovirus/adenovirus/EBV/HSV), presenting with sore throat, low-grade fever, cough/rhinorrhea, and pharyngeal erythema/exudate (EBV). Treatment: rest; hydration; saline gargles; analgesics/antipyretics; lozenges; antibiotics not indicated; test for group A strep if clinically suspected; acyclovir for HSV; manage EBV supportively.

Common Symptoms

Sore throat; low-grade fever; cough/rhinorrhea; pharyngeal erythema/exudate

Causes and Pathogenesis

Viruses infect pharyngeal mucosa, causing inflammation and sore throat.

Treatment

Rest/hydration; analgesics; antibiotics not indicated; test for strep if suspected

Preventive Measures

Hand hygiene; avoid sharing utensils; cover cough.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the General practice/ENT/Pediatrics department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.