Affiliation:
1. I Katedra Otolaryngologii, Klinika Otolaryngologii i Laryngologii Onkologicznej, Uniwersytet Medyczny w Łodzi
2. Studenckie Koło Naukowe przy Klinice Otolaryngologii i Laryngologii Onkologicznej, Uniwersytet Medyczny w Łodzi
Abstract
Acute infections of the upper respiratory tract and upper gastrointestinal tract (mouth and throat) are still the most
common reason for reporting to the general practitioner or ENT specialist. Despite the fact that the most common
causative agent of these diseases are virurs, antibiotics are still flavored in about 60-80% of patients who report to the
doctor. In consensus such as EPOS, WHO reports and other local / national reports, there is a need to limit antibacterial
treatment for symptomatic and anti-inflammatory drugs. In addition to intranasal steroids and mucocutaneous
decongestants, supplementary treatment should be considered which resolves persistent symptoms. Plant preparations
are used here. The growing role of rational phytotherapy is emphasized, especially due to the most frequent etiological factor of these infections, i.e. viruses. Modern phytotherapy is part of pharmacology, and all preparations
based on plants meet the standards for medicines and are subject to standard registration procedures. The article discusses
the use and mechanism of action of selected herbs, among others: sorrel, elderberry, yarrow and horsetail in
the treatment of upper respiratory tract infections and upper gastrointestinal tract. The phytotherapy show good efficacy
and tolerance, and can be used both in children and adults in recurrent infections of the upper respiratory tract. It
is worth paying attention to the combined preparations, the components of which have the effect confirmed by randomized
trials and long-term registration for use in treatment, both during the first signs of cold and its further duration,
and supportive in chronic inflammation especially of the paranasal sinuses.
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