Patient's question:
Saliva, cannot swallow dry, bowel movement pain, February 25th, past treatment and effect: went to the hospital for intravenous drip anti-inflammation for two days, the effect was not obvious What kind of assistance is needed: What caused the outbreak of herpes...Doctor's answer:
Pharyngitis is an acute, self-limiting infectious disease caused by enteroviruses, characterized by fever and herpetic ulcers in the pharynx. It primarily spreads through the fecal-oral route or respiratory tract, with a high infectivity, rapid transmission, and can manifest as sporadic or epidemic outbreaks. It is more prevalent during the summer and autumn months, primarily affecting children aged 1 to 7. The general course of the disease lasts 4 to 6 days, with severe cases potentially extending to 2 weeks.The combination of traditional Chinese and Western medicine is highly effective in treating this condition. Treatment is relatively simple, as there are no specific antiviral medications available, and antibacterial drugs are ineffective against viruses. The treatment primarily focuses on oral traditional Chinese medicine, antiviral therapy, and symptomatic relief. Western antiviral medications such as acyclovir and ribavirin can be used.
From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, herpetic pharyngitis is classified as "" (damp-heat throat obstruction), often caused by external pathogens like damp-heat attacking the pharynx. Common treatments include detoxifying and soothing the throat, resolving dampness, and reducing heat. Medications such as Xinzha Rongyi Decoction, Qiongjiang Miasma San, Yinqiao Mahuo San, Heat-Cooling Mixture, Shuanghuanglian, Daqingye, and Banlangen can be used based on syndrome differentiation.
For patients with myocardial damage, appropriate bed rest and heart-protecting medications should be administered.