What are the symptoms of pharyngeal congestion?

From the examination results, it can be seen that the throat is red and swollen, and there is blood under the mucosa, swelling and even mild ulcers. Therefore, most of the symptoms are sore throat and stinging during swallowing, which is very uncomfortable and requires reasonable examination and treatment.

Diagnosis/pharyngeal congestion

Check for diffuse congestion of the oropharyngeal and nasopharyngeal mucosa. swelling. Edema of the palatine arch and suspensory part. The posterior pharyngeal wall lymph follicles and lateral pharyngeal cords are red and swollen; there are yellow-white dot-like exudates on the surface. Mandibular lymph nodes are enlarged and tender. The body temperature may rise to 38°C. The number of white blood cells may increase depending on the pathogen. Normal or reduced.

Identification/pharyngeal congestion

The main symptoms of acute pharyngitis with pharyngeal congestion are rapid onset, dryness and burning in the throat at the beginning; followed by pain, and the pain in the throat is often more obvious when swallowing saliva than when eating; it may be accompanied by fever, headache, loss of appetite and soreness in the limbs; if it invades the throat, it may be accompanied by hoarseness and cough. The main symptoms of chronic pharyngitis are discomfort in the throat, dryness, itching, swelling, excessive secretions and burning pain, nausea, a foreign body sensation, inability to cough up or swallow. The above symptoms will be aggravated especially when talking too much, eating spicy food, feeling tired or when the weather changes.

Check for diffuse congestion of the oropharyngeal and nasopharyngeal mucosa. swelling. Edema of the palatine arch and suspensory part. The posterior pharyngeal wall lymph follicles and lateral pharyngeal cords are red and swollen; there are yellow-white dot-like exudates on the surface. Mandibular lymph nodes are enlarged and tender. The body temperature may rise to 38°C. The number of white blood cells may increase depending on the pathogen. Normal or reduced.

Prevention/pharyngeal congestion

1) Pay attention to the combination of work and rest, avoid cold, and rest in bed during the acute phase.

2) People who are frequently exposed to dust or chemical gases should wear masks, face shields and other protective measures.

3) Drink more boiled water with light salt, eat easily digestible food, and keep bowel movements smooth.

4) Avoid tobacco, alcohol, spicy food, and overly cold or overly hot food.

5) Pay attention to oral hygiene and develop the habit of rinsing your mouth after meals to prevent bacteria from growing.

6) Foods such as amaranth, honey, tomatoes, carambolas, lemons, green fruits, kelp, radishes, etc. have the effect of clearing heat and moistening the lungs, and can be eaten in moderation.

7) Do not talk for a long time, and avoid shouting at the top of your voice.