Pharyngitis (Sore Throat)

Pharyngitis: Description The term pharyngitis actually stands for inflammation of the pharyngeal mucosa: the mucous membrane lining the throat is inflamed. Doctors distinguish between two forms of the disease – acute pharyngitis and chronic pharyngitis: Acute pharyngitis: An acutely inflamed pharynx is very common and usually accompanies a cold or flu infection. Pharyngitis: Symptoms The … Pharyngitis (Sore Throat)

Sore Throat: Causes, Treatment & Help

Sore throat and general difficulty swallowing are a symptom not infrequently encountered in pathological changes in the mouth, throat and pharynx, especially in inflammation and colds. What is a sore throat? Sore throat and scratchy throat usually occur in the context of a cold or angina tonsillaris. However, laryngitis can also be a possibility. Sore … Sore Throat: Causes, Treatment & Help

Superior Constrictor Pharyngis Muscle: Structure, Function & Diseases

The superior constrictor pharyngis muscle is a skeletal muscle of the pharynx and consists of four parts. It closes the entrance to the nose during swallowing. Paralysis of the soft palate and certain neurologic diseases can disrupt the closure and contribute to dysphagia. What is the superior pharyngis constrictor muscle? The superior constrictor pharyngis muscle, … Superior Constrictor Pharyngis Muscle: Structure, Function & Diseases

Zanamivir

Products Zanamivir is commercially available as a dischaler for powder inhalation (Relenza). It has been approved in many countries since 1999. Zanamivir is far less well known than oseltamivir (Tamiflu), probably mainly because of its more complicated administration. Structure and properties Zanamivir (C12H20N4O7, Mr = 332.3 g/mol) exists as a white powder. It has a … Zanamivir