A few days after taking a nucleic acid test, my throat felt uncomfortable.

May 10, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Guo Xiheng

Introduction

A few days after a nucleic acid test, sore throat may occur due to physiological factors or pathological causes such as pharyngitis or rhinitis, and symptomatic treatment should be based on the specific situation. If a throat swab was used during the nucleic acid test, the mucous membrane in the throat area may be highly sensitive, and damage can occur due to friction between the swab and the throat mucosa.

A few days after a nucleic acid test, throat discomfort may occur due to either physiological or pathological factors, such as pharyngitis or upper respiratory tract infection. Symptomatic management should be based on the specific situation. Details are as follows:

I. Physiological Factors

If a nasopharyngeal or oropharyngeal swab is used during the nucleic acid test, and the mucous membrane in the throat area is highly sensitive, friction between the swab and the throat mucosa may cause minor injury, leading to throat discomfort for several days following the test.

II. Pathological Factors

1. Pharyngitis

Patients with pre-existing pharyngitis or habits such as frequent smoking may experience irritation of the throat mucosa from external factors, triggering an inflammatory response and causing pharyngitis flare-ups. Stimulated by inflammatory mediators, patients may feel a foreign body sensation in the throat. It is recommended that patients take medications such as Pharyngitis Tablets or Amoxicillin Capsules under medical guidance.

2. Rhinitis

If the body becomes chilled during the nucleic acid testing process, immunity may decrease, making it easier for pathogenic viruses to invade. The virus can infect the nasal cavity, multiply there, and trigger inflammatory reactions in the surrounding mucosa, resulting in this symptom. Patients are advised to follow medical instructions to take medications such as Moxifloxacin Hydrochloride Tablets or Roxithromycin Dispersible Tablets.

In addition, this condition could also be caused by pneumonia, nasal cancer, or throat cancer. If symptoms persist for an extended period, immediate medical consultation is necessary.

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