What causes sore throat with low-grade fever, and what should I do?
Jun 05, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Shuwen
Introduction
Sore throat accompanied by low-grade fever may be caused by chronic pharyngitis, tonsillitis, esophagitis, or other conditions, and can be improved with medication. Tonsillitis causes swelling of the tonsils, which obstructs swallowing and leads to local pain and swelling. Patients may take medications such as amoxicillin capsules or azithromycin dispersible tablets under the guidance of a physician.
Swallowing pain accompanied by low-grade fever may be caused by chronic pharyngitis, tonsillitis, esophagitis, or other conditions, and symptoms can be improved with medication. Specific causes are analyzed as follows:
1. Chronic Pharyngitis
Chronic pharyngitis may result from viral or bacterial infections. Inflammatory secretions irritate the pharyngeal area, causing local congestion and swelling, which leads to symptoms such as difficulty swallowing and fever. Patients may take medications such as cydiodine buccal tablets or injectable sodium penicillin under medical guidance.
2. Tonsillitis
Tonsillitis causes tonsil enlargement, obstructing the passage of food and leading to local pain and swelling. Patients may take medications such as amoxicillin capsules or azithromycin dispersible tablets under medical supervision.
3. Esophagitis
Esophagitis is a common condition in which irritation or damage to the esophageal mucosal tissue causes local swelling and pain. Symptoms can be relieved with medications such as enteric-coated pancreatin capsules or enteric-coated rabeprazole sodium capsules, used under a doctor's guidance.
In addition to the above, swallowing pain with low fever could also be due to influenza, pharyngeal tumors, or esophageal tumors. If localized discomfort occurs, it is recommended to seek timely medical evaluation. Diagnostic tests such as throat examination, blood tests, and X-rays may be performed to determine the underlying cause and develop an appropriate treatment plan.
