Anxiety Disorders & Phobia

Keywords: Sore throat, tonsilitis, throat pain, rawness of throat, hoarseness,

What is sub-acute/ chronic Pharyngitis?

The inflammation of the pharynx, commonly known as Sore Throat, causes discomfort, discomfort, pain, scratchy feeling, and difficulty swallowing. It’s a type of upper respiratory tract infection, which may be acute or chronic in nature.

The condition is generally associated with feverishness or fever with soreness of the throat and other symptoms such as running nose, headache, cough, swollen lymph nodes of the neck and nearing areas, difficulty in swallowing, hoarse voice.

Tonsillitis is a sub-type of Pharyngitis in which inflammation happens in both the tonsils and other associated parts of the throat.

Why does this happen? What are the symptoms?

Acute or Sub-Acute Pharyngitis:

It is a recent inflammation of the pharynx caused mainly by various microorganisms. This type of Pharyngitis is widespread and is caused by a variety of viral and bacterial infections. Depending on the duration of the disease, it can be classified as acute, sub-acute, recurrent or chronic Pharyngitis.

Pharyngitis may be found as an associated condition of the following medical conditions.

  • Common cold
  •  Measles
  • Whooping cough
  • Chickenpox
  • Any streptococcus infection
  • Influenza

Symptoms of acute Pharyngitis

  •  Pain and irritation
  •  Sore throat
  •  Pain and difficulty when swallowing and talking
  •  Swollen of lymph node
  •  Red throat and swollen red tonsil
  •  Cough
  •  Running nose

Chronic Pharyngitis:

Pharyngitis becomes a recurrent complaint in some patients with in-between episodes of symptom-free days/weeks. Sometimes the recurrence is observed when the incomplete course of modern medications are consumed, and the patients stop the medicines as the symptoms disappear. In few cases, the symptoms subside temporarily due to partial coverage of antibiotics. In such instances, the symptoms disappear for the time being but reappear due to some trivial exposure to cold or weather change.

Tobacco smoking, exposure to other forms of chemical smoke/ fumes can cause chronic Pharyngitis. At times a persistent type of irritation and stomach acid reflux are also found. Environmental pollutants also play a significant role.

Among the other factors precipitating Pharyngitis are:

  • Mouth breathing exposing the pharynx to air
  • Overuse of voice in professions like singing, public speaking
  • Certain viruses and bacterial exposure
  • Occupational hazards leading to exposure to extremes of heat or cold or chemicals
  • Tendency to take cold.

Well! How to prevent it?

Following measures can be of help to prevent:

  • Wash your hand, especially before eating.
  • Avoid sharing food, drink and eating utensils.
  • Keep distance from individuals who are sick.
  • Avoid smoking
  • Use alcohol-based hand sanitiser
  • Use a handkerchief during coughing and sneezing.

What are the risk factors?

The risk factors are -overcrowding, contact with an ill person, cold weather, frequent sinus infection, poor hygiene, allergies, alcoholic beverages, non-resolved previous infection etc.

How to confirm the diagnosis?

Complete details and history of the onset and progress of the disease are most important to understand the cause and prognosis of the patient. In some cases, further investigations are needed to evaluate the depth of the illness with specific symptoms. Investigations like complete blood count, throat swab culture may be required.

Phobic Disorders (PD)

Phobic disorders are a marked and persistent fear of objects or situations, which results in an immediate anxiety reaction.

  • Unlike patients with other anxiety disorders, people with phobias experience anxiety only in specific situations.
  • Common fears like closed spaces, fear of blood, and fear of flying, loss of self-control, or a fear of death or impending demise during a panic attack
  • It is typically found during childhood or early adulthood. Familial aggregation may occur.

How can Homoeopathy help?

In Homeopathy, the selection of an appropriate medication depends on the individualisation of the patient and the presenting symptomatology. Homoeopathic medicines are proven to act effectively on Pharyngitis, and the symptomatology of the case improves eventually. The degree of betterment and the time taken for achieving the same varies from patient to patient, their disposition, the chronicity of the disease etc. Some frequently prescribed homoeopathy medicines are Belladonna, Merc Sol, Aconite, Hepar Sulph, Arsenic Album, Apis Mellifica, Lycopodium, Lachesis, Lycopodium etc. There other constitutional homoeopathic medication, which may be prescribed depending on the condition and severity of the case. Kindly note, we do not encourage patients to experiment with homoeopathic medicines. Self-prescription can prove harmful, and parents are not recommended to self-prescribe any of the Homeopathic medicines without consulting an appropriately qualified doctor from a recognised university.

Let our team of Let’s homoeopathy help you fight this disease.

So, do not hesitate and waste more time! Get a consultation with a qualified and experienced Homeopath today from the comfort of your home through Let’s Homeopathy. We will deliver the medicines to your doorstep too!