What causes sore throat

There are many reasons for a sore throat, so no matter who wants effective treatment and improvement, it is important to understand the cause. For example, systemic viruses, infections, or mumps, pharyngitis, tonsillitis, etc. may all be the cause of a sore throat.

1. Systemic viral infection

Patients with systemic viral infections require bed rest and take aspirin or aspirin substitutes to relieve discomfort and reduce fever. If there is no improvement within 48 hours, please go to the hospital for treatment.

2. Mumps

Mumps is a virus that infects the salivary glands. The virus may also infect other glands at the same time. People who have never had this disease should be especially careful. Patients with this condition are advised to rest in bed and take aspirin or aspirin substitutes to relieve discomfort. If your testicles are painful or swollen, it may be that your testicles are also inflamed. In this case, anti-inflammatory medications may be necessary.

3. Pharyngitis or tonsillitis

Both are caused by viral or bacterial infections. Take aspirin or aspirin substitutes to relieve symptoms, and avoid swallowing and drinking. If symptoms persist for more than 48 hours, you should go to the hospital and the doctor may prescribe antibiotics. For some people with idiopathic tonsillitis and certain other symptoms, doctors may recommend tonsillectomy.

4. Cold

A cold is a viral infection of the nasal passages that can cause a sore throat.

5. Pharyngitis

Pharyngitis can cause a sore throat. It is best not to smoke and drink, drink liquids as much as possible, avoid irritating the throat, and taking aspirin or aspirin substitutes can relieve discomfort. If there is no improvement within 48 hours, please go to the hospital for treatment.