What does "hōu sǎngzi" mean?
Dec 09, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Liwen
Introduction
Hoarseness or throat discomfort is usually caused by irritation from consuming spicy, stimulating, or overly salty foods. It may also result from pharyngitis due to respiratory tract infections. This condition can also occur if pneumonia develops from bacterial, viral, or mycoplasma infections, or from long-term smoking. Additionally, individuals with gastritis who experience acid reflux or belching may also develop throat irritation.
"Hoarse throat" usually refers to discomfort in the throat area, which may result from physiological or pathological factors.
I. Physiological Factors
1. Dietary Factors
If a person frequently consumes spicy, irritating, or overly salty foods, or often speaks loudly, these habits may irritate the throat and lead to a hoarse throat sensation. This can typically be relieved by adjusting the diet appropriately and drinking more water.
II. Pathological Factors
1. Pharyngitis
If a patient's immunity is reduced, leading to respiratory tract infections and pharyngitis, a hoarse throat may occur. This may also be accompanied by abnormal symptoms such as difficulty breathing and throat pain. Under medical guidance, medications that soothe and moisturize the throat can be used for improvement. Commonly used medications include Yinhuang lozenges and Compound Sarcandra glabra lozenges.
2. Pneumonia
If a patient smokes for a prolonged period or suffers from bacterial, viral, mycoplasma, or chlamydia infection, resulting in lung infection, a hoarse throat may develop. This may also be accompanied by symptoms such as fever, body aches, and headache. Under medical supervision, anti-infective medications can be used for treatment. Commonly prescribed drugs include azithromycin dispersible tablets and cefixime capsules.
3. Gastritis
If a patient has gastritis, symptoms such as belching and acid reflux may occur, which can easily lead to congestion, edema, or hyperplasia in the throat area, manifesting as a hoarse throat. This may also be accompanied by bloating, nausea, and vomiting. Under medical guidance, patients may take prokinetic medications to relieve symptoms. Commonly used drugs include omeprazole enteric-coated capsules and rabeprazole enteric-coated capsules.
In addition, conditions such as bronchitis or upper respiratory tract infections may also cause a hoarse throat. It is recommended to treat based on the underlying cause.
