What should I do if pharyngitis causes a fever?
I didn't feel well physically, and the doctor said it was pharyngitis. After returning home, I still had a fever. I would like to know, what should I do if the fever is caused by pharyngitis?
Doctor's answer (1)
Fever caused by pharyngitis is a normal bodily response to inflammation and can be managed through adequate hydration, sufficient rest, dietary adjustments, medication use, and timely medical consultation.
Maintaining proper hydration helps lower body temperature and relieve throat dryness and discomfort. Ensuring adequate sleep and rest enhances immunity and promotes recovery. Pay attention to eating a light diet and avoid irritating foods, such as spicy, overly hot, or hard-to-swallow items, which may worsen pharyngeal inflammation.
If experiencing significant discomfort, oral antipyretic medications such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen may be taken, as these drugs are both safe and effective. Additionally, oral administration of Lanqin Oral Liquid or Kanggan Particles may help alleviate throat discomfort. For local treatment, medications such as Kehoujian Spray or Ribavirin Spray may be used to relieve symptoms.
If fever persists or systemic symptoms such as drowsiness, difficulty breathing, or accompanying symptoms such as respiratory distress and difficulty swallowing develop, immediate medical attention at a hospital is advised to avoid delaying treatment.
