HERPANGINA

Herpangina is a febrile disease characterized by tiny ulcerative or vesicular lesions on the posterior oropharyngeal tissues (enanthem). Herpangina is most common in the summer and affects children, though it can also affect adolescents, newborns, and young adults.

Herpangina is transmitted through saliva, respiratory droplets, direct contact with fluid from a sore, and feces.  You can catch the virus if someone close to you is sick with herpangina and sneezes, coughs, yells, or sings.

SYMPTOMS

Herpangina symptoms often appear 2 to 5 days after being infected with the virus. However, the signs might differ from individual to individual; they can involve:

  • Fever that arises out of nowhere
  • Sore throat
  • Migraine
  • Neck pain
  • Inflamed lymph nodes
  • Swallowing difficulties
  • Appetite loss
  • Vomiting (in babies)
  • Drooling (in babies)

Around two days after the first infectious disease, minor ulcers in the back of the throat and mouth may form. They are typically light gray with a red border. Mouth ulcers are often cured in one week.

DIAGNOSIS

Herpangina is often diagnosed depending on health information and a physical exam. Because the ulcers are so prominent, it is simple to distinguish herpangina from other tongue and throat disorders.

Furthermore, features that distinguish it from other disorders involve:

  • the kid’s age
  • contact to others who have the disease
  • time of incubation

While lab testings for enteroviruses are obtainable, they are often unneeded.

TREATMENT

The primary purpose of therapy is to alleviate and control symptoms, particularly pain. Your precise treatment plan will be determined by several criteria, such as:

  • your age
  • symptoms
  • drug sensitivity

Antibiotics are ineffective for treating herpangina since it is a viral illness. There are no antivirals for herpangina. Instead, your physician may advise and prescribe you the following:

  • Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen. These drugs can help you feel better and lessen your fever. In adolescents and teenagers, aspirin should not be used to treat the symptoms of a viral illness.
  • Topical anesthetics. A painful throat and any other oral pain related with herpangina can be relieved with some anesthetics, such as lidocaine. 

Home remedies treatments include:

  • Increased fluid intake
  • Therapeutic mouthwash
  • Bland diet
  • Regular handwashing

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