How to treat an insidious sore throat?

by Lyricsng · August 12, 2022

Angina is the second most common disease after acute respiratory viral infections. It is most often found in autumn and spring. What are the symptoms of angina in children and adults, how to treat it effectively, says otorhinolaryngologist, audiologist Irina Gromova.

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What is angina?

This is an acute infectious disease. Pathogens — beta-hemolytic streptococcus group A, less often a fungus.

How the disease is transmitted

by airborne droplets
through carious teeth
through inflamed maxillary sinuses

Purulent sore throat – what is it

The disease affects the palatine tonsils of the pharyngeal lymphoid ring. Children aged 5-15 and adults under 35 are more likely to get sick.

To accurately diagnose, it is important to determine at an early stage whether there are pathogenic bacteria in the body. To do this, we take a bacterial swab from the throat or a serological blood test. Based on the tests, the clinical picture, we prescribe treatment. If the disease is severe, the patient is hospitalized in the infectious diseases department.

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What is angina?

Type of sore throat

Symptoms

Treatment of sore throat

Catarrhal

the easiest type of sore throat
temperature 37-37. 5
redness of the tonsillar arches
pain when swallowing
it passes through 2-3 days on its own, or changes to a different form

local treatment: rinses, compresses on the submandibular region, inhalations
vitamin C

Lacunar

high temperature
intoxication of the body
diffuse hyperemia of the posterior pharyngeal wall
enlargement of one or 2 tonsils
on day 3-4, there are deposits on the tonsils, which are removed with a spatula and do not bleed
submandibular lymph nodes are enlarged and painful on palpation
pain when swallowing
possible general weakness, headache, joint pain

antibiotics

Follicular

high temperature
intoxication of the body
submandibular lymph nodes are enlarged and painful on palpation
pain when swallowing
yellowish follicles on the tonsils
pain in the legs, in the heart

antibiotics

Necrotic (ulcerative-membranous)

leaking hard
the tonsils on one side are covered with a solid gray coating, which bleeds when removed with a spatula.
pronounced intoxication of the body
pain in the heart and joints

antibiotics
methylene blue solution for affected areas

Fungal infection

it runs easily, but for a long time.
on the tonsils and on the posterior wall of the pharynx, pinpoint yellowish deposits. It happens after prolonged and frequent use of antibiotics and hormones

antifungal products
physiotherapy
general strengthening treatment

What else is prescribed for angina

In addition, sometimes even instead of antibiotics, prescribe:

antihistamines
gargle with chamomile, antiseptics
Antiangin, Bioparox sprays, etc.
physiotherapy (only if there is no fever)

All medicines are available for ordering in the Zdravcity app. Prescription drugs will be waiting for you at the pharmacy in an hour, the rest will be delivered directly to your home.

Before using, you need to consult a specialist.

What are the possible complications of angina

If you start the disease there may be consequences:

paratonsillitis
paratonsillar abscess
diseases of the heart, kidneys, and joints

Angina is not just ARVI, although it can be similar in the initial stages.

Angina more than twice a year — a reason to get on the dispensary register. The patient is treated 1-2 times a year with conservative methods. But in the absence of an effect or with a load on the heart and joints, surgical treatment is recommended.

How long does the disease last

Recovery occurs approximately on day 10. It is recommended to immediately take a general blood test to make sure that the body is in good condition and that the disease is completely destroyed. If the patient is being treated at home, then he needs to be isolated. Provide them with personal utensils and hygiene items to minimize the risk of infecting others. Take care of yourself and be healthy!