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Pharyngitits Flashcards

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What is pharyngitis?

A

Inflammation of the pharynx

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What are the common organisms of pharyngitis?

A

Group A strep
EBV
Adenoviruses
Influenza viruses

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What are the risk factors for pharyngitis?

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Colonisation of Group A strep
Immunocompromised
Child

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What are the symptoms of pharyngitis?

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Sore throat
Fever
Rhinorrhoea (viral)
+/- lymphadenopathy

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When is bacterial pharyngitis more common?

A

Winter

Spring

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When is viral pharyngitis more common?

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Summer

Autumn

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What investigation can be done for pharyngitis?

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Rapid antigen test - group A strep

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What scoring systems can you use to assess need for abx?

A

FeverPAIN

CENTOR

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What is the management of pharyngitis?

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Self-limiting disease

Supportive management

  • fluids
  • paracetamol
  • rest

Antibiotics can be delayed or given if indicated

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What is the follow up for pharyngitis?

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If not improved after 3-4 days, consider alternate diagnosis

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