What are the symptoms of nasopharyngitis?
Dec 29, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Jiang Weimin
Introduction
The pharynx is divided into three parts from top to bottom: the nasopharynx, oropharynx, and laryngopharynx. Inflammation of the nasopharynx is called nasopharyngitis, which includes acute nasopharyngitis and chronic nasopharyngitis. Chronic pharyngitis includes simple nasopharyngitis, hypertrophic nasopharyngitis, atrophic and dry nasopharyngitis, and allergic nasopharyngitis. Acute nasopharyngitis presents with obvious symptoms such as nasopharyngeal discomfort, secretions, postnasal drip, or systemic manifestations.
In daily life, many people suffer from nasopharyngitis, a common clinical condition that significantly affects their quality of life. Nasopharyngitis presents with various symptoms—what are the typical manifestations of this condition?
What Are the Symptoms of Nasopharyngitis?
The pharyngeal cavity is divided into three parts from top to bottom: the nasopharynx, oropharynx, and laryngopharynx. Inflammation in the nasopharynx is known as nasopharyngitis, which includes both acute and chronic forms. Chronic nasopharyngitis can be further classified into simple chronic nasopharyngitis, hypertrophic nasopharyngitis, atrophic and dry nasopharyngitis, and allergic nasopharyngitis. Acute nasopharyngitis typically presents with obvious symptoms such as nasal and pharyngeal discomfort, increased secretions, postnasal drip, or systemic symptoms like fever.
Chronic simple nasopharyngitis may involve symptoms such as dryness in the nasopharynx, a sensation of a foreign body, excessive oral secretions, and postnasal drip. These symptoms are more pronounced in hypertrophic nasopharyngitis. Dry nasopharyngitis causes dry pain or crust formation in the nasopharynx and posterior nasal cavity. Allergic nasopharyngitis occurs alongside typical allergic rhinitis symptoms, including nasal itching, sneezing, watery nasal discharge, nasal congestion, and secretions flowing into the mouth. Patients with chronic nasopharyngitis often experience frequent throat clearing, dryness, and a burning sensation.
Individuals with pharyngitis should pay close attention to protecting their throat to prevent worsening of symptoms. If the condition begins to affect daily activities, it's important to seek timely medical evaluation and treatment. We hope this information has been helpful. Wishing you good health and a happy life!
