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SORE THROAT
ABSTRACT -
Sore throat is a condition which causes pain and irritation in the throat. It is also known as Pharyngitis in medical terms. The pain usually worsens when a person tries to swallow anything. It’s a very common condition which can get cured with some effective home remedies but it is recommended to seek a medical consultation and treatment if it gets severe.
CAUSES -
- Viral infections like cold, flu, measles or whooping cough
- Allergies and pollutants
- Dryness in throat
- Pre-existing conditions such as HIV infections, Cancerous tumor or GERD
- Muscle strain
- Bacterial infections caused by Streptococcus pyogenes like strep throat
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS –
- Severe pain in throat
- Difficulty in swallowing and talking
- Change in voice and pitch
- Swelling in throat glands
- Fever
- Headache
- Cough and sneezing
DIAGNOSIS –
- Physical examination
- Throat swab testing
TREATMENT –
- Antibiotics
- Mild pain relievers
- OTC Medications
RISK FACTORS –
- Pollution and irritants in the surroundings
- Tobacco abuse
- Sinus infection
- Weakened immunity
PREVENTION –
- Wash hands properly to keep away the germs and bacteria
- Avoid sharing utensils and glasses
- Try to stay away and avoid close interaction with infected patient
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the house and surroundings
- Quit smoking
- Use hand sanitizers
EPIDEMIOLOGY –
- Estimation shows that the prevalence rate for sore throat is 100 per 1000 people annually.
- 54% of the patients get cured with the use of antibiotics.
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