Herpes in children’s throats may be herpes pharyngitis, which is caused by a viral infection and is contagious.
Herpes pharyngitis is a common acute upper respiratory tract infection, mostly seen in preschool children under 6 years old. The disease is mainly caused by viral infections, such as Coxsackievirus A and Enterovirus 71. It has been shown that it can also be transmitted through the respiratory tract as well as fecal-oral transmission, with an incubation period of about 3 to 5 days.
Herpes pharyngitis is often triggered by immunocompromise, resulting in the development of herpes in the oropharyngeal region, as well as fever, sore throat, cough, anorexia, crying, and vomiting. Most of the patients with mild disease can be self-cured and the prognosis is good. During the period of illness, it is necessary to pay attention to the daily hygiene management, avoid cross-infection, and do a good job of oral care.
When you find children with herpes in the throat, you need to go to the hospital in a timely manner, and cooperate with the doctor to actively treat the original disease.