Acute pharyngitis in children is dangerous?

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The article was consulted with Master, Doctor Tran Mai Phuong - Pediatrician - Department of Pediatrics - Neonatology, Vinmec Central Park International General Hospital.
Acute pharyngitis in children is a fairly common respiratory disease, the changing weather creates favorable conditions for viruses and bacteria to develop, causing acute pharyngitis in children, the disease, if not treated promptly, will cause many complications.

1. What is the cause of acute pharyngitis in children?

Acute pharyngitis in children is a common respiratory infection, specifically inflammation of the pharynx mucosa for a period of less than 4 weeks. The main cause of the disease is due to two main groups of agents, which are:
Environment: The weather changes seasons, sudden changes in temperature and humidity; dusty polluted environment; children change living environment (housing and school); children change their weaning or weaning diets. Viruses, bacteria, fungi: Most cases of acute pharyngitis in children are mainly caused by viruses, such as influenza virus, measles, adenovirus,... Acute bacterial pharyngitis is less common than pneumococcal disease. , streptococcus, staphylococcus. In addition, Candida fungi can also cause this disease.

2. What are the symptoms of acute pharyngitis in children?

Acute pharyngitis in children has common symptoms such as:
stuffy nose, runny nose, sneezing Sore throat, dry cough, cough with phlegm Mild fever (<39 degrees Celsius) or high fever (39-40 degrees Celsius) Difficulty suffering, fussiness, trouble sleeping, anorexia Vomiting, defecation, loose stools

3. Is acute pharyngitis dangerous?

Acute pharyngitis in children caused by a virus can lead to dangerous complications such as pneumonia, meningitis, and then can cause bacterial superinfection leading to superinfection in the bronchi and lungs.
Meanwhile, acute bacterial pharyngitis, specifically group A beta-hemolytic streptococcus, can cause particularly dangerous complications such as acute arthritis, acute glomerulonephritis, acute or chronic endocarditis , thereby causing narrowing or regurgitation of heart valves,...

4. How to treat and care for acute pharyngitis in children?

4.1 Treatment of acute pharyngitis in children For acute pharyngitis in children caused by viruses, the principle of treatment is to treat the symptoms, while monitoring to prevent complications. Symptomatic treatment includes the use of antipyretics, cough suppressants, and replacement of electrolytes and fluids due to high fever. After about 5-7 days, the disease will gradually stabilize.
For acute bacterial pharyngitis, children are required to take antibiotics with a minimum dose of 7 days, and at the same time treat symptoms. In the case of children with high and prolonged fever, special attention should be paid to rehydration of electrolytes and water to help children improve their resistance and physical condition. Children also need to be monitored for complications such as bronchopneumonia, rhinosinusitis, abscess of the back of the throat, abscess of the tonsils, ...
4.2 Care for acute pharyngitis in children Acute pharyngitis in children makes children sick. sore throat, runny nose, stuffy nose, discomfort, so
children need care and rest, specifically:
To reduce runny nose, stuffy nose, physiological saline can be used to drop nose, clean nose, to help clear the airways for children. Increase the addition of nutritious foods, especially vegetables and fruits rich in vitamins to help children increase their resistance. In addition, also note that the food is in liquid form and easy to swallow so that the child can digest it easily. Acute pharyngitis in children can cause many dangerous complications if not detected and treated promptly. Therefore, it is necessary to prevent acute pharyngitis for children by always keeping warm, maintaining personal and house hygiene, and the surrounding living environment is airy and clean.
Pediatrics department at Vinmec International General Hospital system is the address for receiving and examining diseases that infants and young children are susceptible to: viral fever, bacterial fever, otitis media, pneumonia in children, .... With modern equipment, sterile space, minimizing the impact as well as the risk of disease spread. Along with that is the dedication from the doctors with professional experience with pediatric patients, making the examination no longer a concern of the parents.

For children to be healthy and develop well, it is necessary to have a nutritious diet in terms of quantity and quality balance. If children are not provided with adequate and balanced nutrients, it will lead to diseases of excess or lack of nutrients, which adversely affect the comprehensive development of children in terms of physical, mental and motor skills.
Children who do not eat properly are at risk of micro-mineral deficiency causing anorexia, growth retardation, malabsorption,... If they notice the above signs, parents should supplement their children with products. The supplement contains lysine, essential micro-minerals and vitamins such as zinc, chromium, selenium, and B vitamins to help fully meet the nutritional needs of children. At the same time, these essential vitamins also support digestion, enhance nutrient absorption, help improve anorexia, and help children eat well.
Parents can learn more:
Signs of zinc deficiency in children
Micronutrient deficiency and failure to gain weight in children
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