Dry throat, 37 degrees is not a new type of pneumonia

Novel pneumonia generally refers to the infection of the new coronavirus. If you have a dry throat and a body temperature of 37°C, it may be caused by the new coronavirus, improper diet, chronic pharyngitis, etc.

First, it is a new coronavirus infection

If the patient has recently been exposed to someone who has been confirmed to have COVID-19 infection and has the above symptoms, it is considered to be infected with the COVID-19. It is recommended to go to a regular hospital for nucleic acid testing in time, and if the test result is positive, it means that there is a new coronavirus in the body. If there are no other uncomfortable symptoms, you can self-isolate at home and take protective measures, or you can take Lianhua Qingwen capsules, nasturtium granules and other drugs under the guidance of a doctor.

Second, it is not a novel coronavirus infection

1. Improper diet: If you eat spicy and irritating food or drink a lot of water, it may cause some irritation to the throat mucosa, resulting in dry throat. At this time, you can relieve it by drinking plenty of water, and at the same time, you should also pay attention to a reasonable diet and avoid eating spicy and stimulating foods.

2. Chronic pharyngitis: Chronic pharyngitis is a common upper respiratory tract disease, which usually causes symptoms such as cough and sputum, and may be accompanied by dry throat and difficulty swallowing with the development of the disease. Compound borax gargle, nitrofuracillin solution and other drugs can be used according to the doctor's instructions.

In addition, it may also be associated with acute tonsillitis, and it is recommended to seek medical attention to determine the cause before treatment.