Why Can't Pharyngitis Ever Get Better?
Nov 13, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Ren Yi
Introduction
If pharyngitis persists for more than three months without healing, it may develop into chronic pharyngitis. Chronic pharyngitis is a condition in which the throat mucosa experiences prolonged inflammation. It has complex causes and persistent symptoms that are difficult to cure, manifesting as throat discomfort. Under a doctor's guidance, medications such as Qinghou Liyan Granules, Pharyngitis Tablets, and Yinhuang Throat Lozenges may be used for heat-clearing and detoxification treatment.
Generally, pharyngitis may persist due to factors such as unhealthy lifestyle habits, psychological factors, chronic pharyngitis, reflux laryngitis, or chronic tonsillitis. It is recommended to seek timely medical attention and follow medical advice for treatment. Specific reasons are as follows:
1. Unhealthy lifestyle habits: During episodes of the disease, if patients continue to smoke, drink alcohol, consume spicy or irritating foods, or remain in dusty environments for prolonged periods, these unhealthy habits and environmental factors can irritate the throat, affect recovery, and may be accompanied by throat pain. Patients should quit smoking and drinking alcohol, avoid spicy and irritating foods, keep indoor air fresh, and maintain proper indoor hygiene.
2. Psychological factors: Patients with long-term pharyngitis often experience anxiety, tension, and other emotions. These negative emotions may affect the immune system, reduce the body's resistance, and make pharyngitis difficult to cure. Excessive concern and worry about the illness may also intensify symptom perception, creating a vicious cycle. It is important to regulate emotions and maintain a positive and optimistic mindset. Stress and anxiety can be relieved through physical activity, meditation, listening to music, and other methods.
3. Chronic pharyngitis: If pharyngitis lasts for more than three months without healing, it may develop into chronic pharyngitis. Chronic pharyngitis is a condition in which the throat mucosa is chronically inflamed. Its causes are complex, and its symptoms are persistent and difficult to cure, manifesting as discomfort in the throat. Under a doctor's guidance, medications such as Qinghou Liyan Granules, Pharyngitis Tablets, and Yinhuang Suckable Tablets can be used for anti-inflammatory and detoxifying treatment.
4. Reflux laryngitis: Reflux laryngitis is an inflammation caused by long-term irritation of the throat mucosa due to stomach acid refluxing into the throat. Acid reflux may be caused by gastrointestinal diseases or dysfunction of the lower esophageal sphincter. Under medical guidance, medications such as Bismuth Potassium Citrate Capsules, Sucralfate Chewable Tablets, and Roxithromycin Capsules can be used to protect the mucosa and reduce inflammation.
5. Chronic tonsillitis: Chronic tonsillitis usually develops from repeated episodes of acute tonsillitis. It may also be triggered by acute infectious diseases or nasal sinus infections. The causative pathogens are most commonly streptococcus and staphylococcus. Symptoms include throat discomfort and a foreign body sensation. As directed by a physician, medications such as Compound Honeysuckle Granules, Amoxicillin Capsules, and Cefalexin Dry Suspension can be used for anti-inflammatory and detoxifying treatment.
To effectively treat pharyngitis, patients need to consider these factors comprehensively and undergo standardized treatment under the guidance of a doctor.
