Optional medical device diagnostics – depending on the results of the history, physical examination, and obligatory laboratory parameters – for differential diagnostic clarification. Loupe laryngoscopy (reflection of the larynx with a magnifying glass) – to exclude laryngitis or malignant (malignant) process. Sonography (ultrasound examination) of the oropharynx (oral part of the pharynx) and oral cavity … Sore Throat: Diagnostic Tests
The following symptoms and complaints may occur together with sore throat: Leading symptom Sore throat Associated symptoms General feeling of illness Fever Dysphonia (hoarseness) Irritative cough Dysphagia (swallowing disorder) Warning signs (red flags) Anamnestic information: HIV, gonorrhea, diphtheria (grayish pseudomembranous vouchers whose removal provokes bleeding). Immunosuppression Stridor (whistling breathing sound that occurs on inspiration and/or … Sore Throat: Symptoms, Complaints, Signs
The therapy of sore throat is carried out depending on the cause. Since most sore throats due to pharyngitis (pharyngitis) are caused by viral infections, the patient in such cases must wait for the normal healing process, which lasts over one to two weeks. See a. u. Pharyngitis (pharyngitis) or tonsillitis (tonsillitis). Also note serious … Sore Throat: Therapy
2nd order laboratory parameters – depending on the results of the history, physical examination and obligatory laboratory parameters – for differential diagnostic clarification. Inflammatory parameters – CRP (C-reactive protein). Small blood count – e.g., if Plummer-Vinson syndrome is suspected. Throat swab – if bacterial pharyngitis is suspected [Note: about 50-80% of pharyngitis is caused by … Sore Throat: Test and Diagnosis
Medical history (history of illness) represents an important component in the diagnosis of sore throat. Family history What is the general health of your family members? Are there any diseases in your family that are common? Social history What is your profession? Are you exposed to harmful working substances in your profession? Do you have … Sore Throat: Medical History
Respiratory System (J00-J99) Acute laryngitis (inflammation of the larynx). Acute pharyngitis (pharyngitis) [viral pharyngitis: 50-80% of cases; bacterial pharyngitis: mostly Group A Streptococcus (GAS), about 15-30%, other pathogens and asymptomatic colonization possible!] Acute tonsillitis (tonsillitis). Acute tonsillopharyngitis (pharyngitis and / or tonsillitis). Chronic laryngitis (inflammation of the larynx). Chronic pharyngitis (pharyngitis) Chronic tonsillitis (deficiency inflammation) … Sore Throat: Or something else? Differential Diagnosis
A comprehensive clinical examination is the basis for selecting further diagnostic steps: General physical examination – including blood pressure, pulse, body temperature, body weight, body height; furthermore: Inspection (viewing). Skin and mucous membranes (mouth and throat). ENT medical examination [due todifferential diagnoses: Acute laryngitis (inflammation of the larynx). Acute pharyngitis (pharyngitis) Acute tonsillitis (tonsillitis) Chronic … Sore Throat: Examination
