Pharyngoconjunctival Fever Quiz
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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
What is pharyngoconjunctival fever?
This is a viral infection causing sore throat, red eyes, and fever. Some patients may have enlarged glands (lymph nodes) in the neck. Patients will recover without treatment by themselves.
Symptoms of pharyngoconjunctival fever
Eye redness
Fever
Bloodshot eyes
Eye discharge or "gunk"
Sore throat
Recent contact with sick people with similar symptoms
Child refuses to eat
Eyes are red, itchy or painful
Questions your doctor may ask to check for pharyngoconjunctival fever
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose pharyngoconjunctival fever
Do you have redness on the white part of your eyes?
Do you have a fever?
Do you have bloodshot (red) eyes?
Do you have eye discharge?
Do you have a sore throat?
Treatment for pharyngoconjunctival fever
Treatment focuses on relieving symptoms. This is done through cold compresses to the forehead and eyes, eye drops, and anti-itching medication. In some cases, the viral infection may be followed by a bacterial infection, necessitating antibiotics.
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References
Giladi N, Herman J. Pharyngoconjunctival fever. Arch Dis Child. 1984 Dec;59(12):1182-3. doi: 10.1136/adc.59.12.1182. PMID: 6098226; PMCID: PMC1628914.
https://adc.bmj.com/content/59/12/1182
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Internal medicine
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