Pharyngitis

Pharyngitis is inflammation of the pharynx, either acute (viral/bacterial) or chronic (irritation/postnasal drip). Clinical: sore throat, dysphagia, fever, hoarseness, cough. Treatment: rest; hydration; saline gargles; analgesics/antipyretics; rapid strep test/culture; penicillin/amoxicillin for group A strep; manage GERD/postnasal drip for chronic; ENT referral if peritonsillar abscess/recurrent.

Common Symptoms

Sore throat/dysphagia; fever/hoarseness/cough; by acute/chronic/viral/bacterial

Causes and Pathogenesis

Viral/bacterial infection or chronic irritation (GERD/postnasal drip) causes pharyngeal inflammation.

Treatment

Supportive care; antibiotics for strep; treat chronic causes; evaluate complications

Preventive Measures

Hand hygiene; treat GERD/allergy; avoid smoking.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the General practice/ENT 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.