In allergic pharyngitis granularity in posterior pharynx is due to -
Ans. is 'c' i.e.. Hyperplasia of submucosal lymphoid tissue Clinical Features of Allergic Rhinitiso Frequent colds, persistently stuffy nose, pale edematous nasal mucosa, loss of sense of smell due to mucosal edema, post nasal drip, chronic cough and hearing impairment due to Eustachian tube blockade or fluid in the middle ear.o Nasal signs: Transverse nasal crease. Turbinates are usually swollen, Thin watery mucoid discharge,o Ocular signs: edema of lids, congestion and cobblestone appearance of conjunctiva, dark circles under the eyes (allergic shiners).o Otologic signs: retracted tympanic membrane, serous otitis media, Eustachian tube blockadeo Pharyngeal signs: granular pharyngitis due to hyperplasia of submucosal lymphoid tissue. Child with prolonged symptoms have mouth breathingo Laryngeal signs: hoarseness of voice and edema of vocal cords.
Hyperplasia of mucous membrane
Hyperplasia of sebaceous glands
Hyperplasia of submucosal lymphoid tissue
Inspisated mucous
Pharyngitis