Mesopharyngitis [Mesopharyngitis; Mesopharynx (Base Mesopharyng-) + -I]

Mesopharyngitis is an inflammation of the mucous membrane (often also lymphoid tissue) of the oral part of the pharynx.

With mesopharyngitis, inflammation occurs in the middle part of the pharynx, which is called the mesopharynx. This is the area between the nasopharynx and larynx.

Inflammation affects the mucous membrane of the mesopharynx, as well as the lymphoid tissue located in this area. Lymphoid tissue is represented by lymphatic follicles known as the pharyngeal tonsil.

The main symptoms of mesopharyngitis are pain and sore throat, especially when swallowing, coughing or talking. Redness and swelling of the pharyngeal mucosa may be observed. Enlargement and tenderness of the cervical lymph nodes are also often noted.

Mesopharyngitis is usually caused by a viral infection, most commonly rhinoviruses or adenoviruses. Less commonly, bacteria such as streptococci or Haemophilus influenzae are the cause. The disease can complicate the course of acute respiratory viral infections.

For treatment, rinses and aerosols with antiseptics and painkillers are prescribed. Antibiotics may be used for bacterial mesopharyngitis. Adequate drinking regimen, quitting smoking and talking are important. The prognosis for mesopharyngitis is usually favorable.

Mesopharyngolitis is an inflammation of the oropharyngeal mucosa, which is localized in the pharynx and is infectious in nature. If you experience pain, soreness, painful swallowing, a feeling of a foreign body in the throat, watery eyes, or nasal congestion, you should immediately consult an otolaryngologist for diagnosis. The penetration of viral or bacterial infections into the back of the throat, tonsils and palatine arches leads to an acute or chronic disease called chronic tonsillitis. In this case, the throat and head often hurt, the cervical lymph nodes become inflamed, and diarrhea begins