Sore throat in children

Sore throat in children

 

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1_Sore throat in children

2_Sore throat symptoms in children

3_Sore throat treatment for children

1_Sore throat in children

The most common cause of sore throats is group A streptococcus, a highly contagious bacterium that is spread through droplets in the air, when sneezing or coughing, or when consuming drinks and foods, infection can also be transmitted from any surface, such as a door handle and then from the hand To the nose, mouth or eyes. Young age is a prominent factor in sore throats. Sore throats are more common among young people, while infections can occur at any time of the year. It tends to spread faster in late winter and late spring, and is more common in highly crowded situations, such as schools, hospitals, etc. until then.

2_Sore throat symptoms in children

Symptoms of a sore throat include a swollen and inflamed throat, as well as swollen tonsils, and the following symptoms:

In newborns:

 

When a child has a sore throat, the child develops a moderate fever and the mucus in his nose becomes thick or mixed with blood.

Children from one to three years old:

  This category suffers from loss of appetite, stomach upset, and sore throat, in addition to symptoms similar to those seen in infants.

In children over the age of three:

Symptoms in this group are more severe, with children having a high fever of 38.9 ° C, as well as severe sore throat and enlarged tonsils, which makes it difficult to swallow food and drink.

3_Sore throat treatment for children

There are a variety of treatment methods used in cases of sore throat in children, and among these treatment suggestions are the following:

Oral antibiotics:

Because strep throat is caused by streptococcus bacteria, the doctor prescribes antibiotics that kill the bacteria, and it is necessary to follow the doctor's instructions, not to share medicines with others who have the same symptoms, and also to complete the entire course of treatment and take the dose on time.

Painkillers:

Pain relievers and antipyretics, such as paracetamol and ibuprofen, can be used to relieve pain and lower the temperature.

 

Other treatments:

It is necessary to keep the throat moist by drinking enough fluids, such as natural fruit juices, milk and chicken soup, avoiding sour, salty or spicy foods, as well as dividing foods into small, soft pieces that are easy for young children to eat. Children over eight years of age can be gargled with water and salt. It is important to note that throat sprays and lozenges may not always help relieve a sore throat.

mohamed kadi 4 February 2022