{"product_id":"2940044500624","title":"A Simple Guide to Pharyngitis and Throat Diseases","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhat is Pharyngitis?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePharyngitis is an inflammation of the throat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSore throat is literally pain in the throat.\u003cbr\u003eWith the pain there is also difficulty in swallowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat are the Causes of Pharyngitis?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePharyngitis is caused by inflammation of the pharynx, which is in the back of the throat between the tonsils and above the voice box (larynx).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1. Viral infection, such as the common cold or influenza viruses.\u003cbr\u003eOther viruses that cause sore throats include:\u003cbr\u003ea. coxsackie infection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eb. adenovirus\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ec. infectious mononucleosis caused by the Epstein Barr virus\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2. Bacteria include Group A streptococcus, which leads to very severe sore throats.\u003cbr\u003eOther bacteria that cause sore throats include\u003cbr\u003ea. corynebacterium,\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eb. gonorrhea\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ec. chlamydia.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e3. Fungal Infections such as Candida albicans often cause oral thrush in babies\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e4. Irritations in the throat from chemicals (acid from the stomach) or pollutants (dust).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePharyngitis usually occurs during the colder months.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt can spread easily among family members and office colleagues.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat are the symptoms of Pharyngitis?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe main symptom is a sore throat.\u003cbr\u003eOther symptoms include:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1. Headache\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2. Joint pain and muscle aches\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e3. Fever\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e4. Enlarged lymph node in the neck\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHow is Pharyngitis diagnosed?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1. Physical examination of the inflamed pharynx or tonsils\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2. A rapid test or throat culture to test for streptococcus throat may be done.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat is the treatment of Pharyngitis?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1. Analgesics such as paracetamol for pain and fever\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost sore throats are caused by viruses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2. Local anesthetics such as lignocaine or lidocaine in the form of sprays or lozenges will help as it numbs the mucosal linings of the throat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e3. Antibiotics may be given if the cause is a bacterial infection.\u003cbr\u003eSore throats should only be treated with antibiotics if a strep test is positive or the throat swab shows bacteria infection\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGeneral measures:\u003cbr\u003e1. Drink warm liquids such as warm water or tea with honey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2. Gargle several times a day with warm salt water (1\/2 tsp of salt in 1 cup water).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e3. A mist vaporizer or humidifier can moisten and soothe a dry and painful throat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat are the complications of Pharyngitis?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eComplications may include:\u003cbr\u003e1. Ear infection\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2. Mastoiditis\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e3. Sinusitis\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e4. Peritonsillar abscess\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTABLE OF CONTENT\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 1 Pharyngitis\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 2 Tonsillitis\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 3 Quinsy\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 4 Stomatitis\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 5 Gingivitis\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 6 Sialadenitis\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 7 Scarlet Fever\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kenneth Kee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47067208745200,"sku":"2940044500624","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/2940044500624_p0.jpg?v=1769889002","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/2940044500624","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}