Rhinitis and pharyngitis are not necessarily caused by one virus, as there are many viruses that can cause rhinitis and pharyngitis, commonly including rhinovirus, coxsackievirus, and adenovirus. If patients suffer from rhinitis or pharyngitis, it is recommended to promptly go to the hospital for relevant examinations and actively treat the condition after clarifying the cause.
1. Rhinovirus: Rhinitis and pharyngitis are infectious diseases caused by respiratory viruses, which are mostly caused by rhinovirus, followed by coxsackievirus and adenovirus. Patients with rhinitis generally experience nasal congestion, clear nasal discharge, sneezing, and nasal itching. Patients with pharyngitis generally experience sore throat, dry throat, and throat itching.
2. Coxsackievirus: Coxsackievirus is an intestinal virus that spreads through the respiratory tract. After infecting the human body, it may invade the respiratory tract and digestive tract, potentially causing rhinitis and pharyngitis. Diseases caused by coxsackievirus infection mostly occur in infants and young children under 2 years old, and adults may occasionally be infected, especially when their resistance is low.
3. Adenovirus: Adenovirus is a DNA virus that can infect the throat, respiratory tract, and conjunctiva. Patients with rhinitis may experience fever, sore throat, and cough, while patients with pharyngitis may experience difficulty swallowing and pharyngeal congestion. In daily life, it is essential to strengthen personal protection, wear masks when going out, and pay attention to personal hygiene. If rhinitis or pharyngitis occurs, it is recommended to promptly go to the hospital for relevant examinations, actively treat the condition after clarifying the cause, and also strengthen exercise to improve physical immunity.
