Understanding Chronic pharyngitis and nasopharyngitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Management

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Chronic pharyngitis and nasopharyngitis

by Alike Medical Team ∙ Updated on June 13, 2023

General

Pharyngitis and Nasopharyngitis is an inflammatory attack of the pharynx and nasal cavities. The inflammation is a symptom, rather than a condition, causing sore throat, runny nose, sneezing, and coughing. Chronic pharyngitis and Nasopharyngitis, is a situation when the inflammation persists for more then few days, persists after antibiotic treatment or when the inflammation comes back frequently. Chronic Pharyngitis and Nasopharyngitis can be caused by smoke or environmental pollutants, viral or bacterial Infection, allergies or allergic reactions, acid reflux, low dental hygiene or throat cancer.

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Signs & symptoms

Sore throat Swollen neck glands Hoarseness Difficulty swallowing Tickling sensation the throat Tired voice Coughing Runny nose Headaches

Diagnosis

- History and clinical examination are important to diagnose the condition causing the inflammation, and can also be used to diagnose the pharyngitis and nasopharyngitis itself. - Blood tests and throat culture - Allergy tests - Throat imaging (CT, US)

Treatment

Treatment depends on the cause of the sore throat. However, to relieve symptoms during the illness, patients can take over the counter pain relievers/fever reducers.

Note

☝ We provide information on prescription and over-the-counter medicines, diagnosis, procedures and lab tests. This material is provided for educational purposes only and is not medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.

National Institutes of Health ∙ World Health Organization ∙ MedlinePluse ∙ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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