Throat

The danger triangle of the face is an anatomical area described as the triangle formed between the outer edges of the mouth and the nasal septum. It includes the upper maxilla and the nose.

It is called this because of the danger that an infection in this area can develop a serious consequence in the brain, such as a brain abscess or meningitis. This is possible because the circulation in this area is connected directly to the brain. Although it is not the most common, it is important to know that it can occur and that any type of infection involving the triangle should be treated promptly.

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Sore Throat

A sore throat is a very common complaint. It is the inflammation of the upper airway, and it can be divided into three types depending on its location: tonsillitis, pharyngitis, and laryngitis. It can be caused by viral and bacterial infections and has general symptoms, such as dryness, burning, itching, pain, irritation, and tenderness when swallowing. Tonsillitis and pharyngitis do not present symptoms of voice loss, but the larynx is one of the structures involved in the process of creating sound, so its inflammation does show these symptoms. Viral and bacterial infections of the tonsils cause different signs and symptoms. In viral infections, there is redness of the pharynx and swelling of the tonsils, with general malaise and headache. In the case of the bacterial infections, the disease is more obvious, presenting with high fever, pain, redness of the tonsils, and white spots on its surface that are plaques of pus.

VIRAL TONSILLITIS BACTERIAL TONSILLITIS

Treatment

There are many natural remedies for sore throats. My favorite is to drink warm milk with one tablespoon of honey. Honey is a powerful anti-inflammatory, and milk has relaxing properties. Milk can also be replaced by an infusion. Saltwater gargle and water with hydrogen peroxide gargle also work very well, but the latter can have an impact on tooth enamel. Ginger is an excellent anti-inflammatory and antiseptic that has always been used for various ailments. Nowadays it is fashionable to take ginger shots. Ginger tea and candy can be made at home and are very helpful and widely used. Ginger chews can be bought anywhere for sore throats or gastrointestinal discomfort. Chewable Crystallized Ginger Ingredients: • 1 pound of fresh ginger • 1 ½ cups of honey • 1 ½ cups of filtered water. Preparation: Peel and slice the ginger root. Put water and honey in a pot until it boils, and place the ginger over low heat until it is tender, about 30 minutes. Turn off the heat and let it cool. Pour through a strainer until all extra syrup falls off the ginger pieces. Set leftover pieces on wax paper to dry and crystallize for about 12 hours. During episodes of burning and scratching, I prefer to stay away from cold places or exposure to air conditioning. When white plaques are seen on irritated tonsils, the infection is generated by bacteria, and you should receive antibiotics. One of the best options is Cephalexin 500 mg every 12 hours for 10 days. Symptoms improve rapidly around the fourth day of treatment, but you should complete the ten-day course of antibiotics.