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How to treat Tonsillitis

How to treat Tonsillitis

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Treatment in Allopathy:

Each part of human body is formed to function for the wellness of the body and mind. Sometimes, it is recommended to remove a part of body by surgerical operations. It may be mandatory but if it is not mandatory then one should avoid surgery to remove any part of body. There is a disease known as Tonsillitis usually occurs whenever a season is changed. In this disease, the tonsils are swollen and it becomes uncomfortable to eat and drink through the throat. Even sometimes, the person also suffered with fever during the tonsillitis. 
Let’s understand the tonsils as a part of body. On the backside of throat, there are two lymph nodes which prevent the body from being infected known as tonsils. The following image shows the location of Adenoids and Tonsils.



The tonsils produce white blood cells and help body fight with the bacteria and viruses trying to enter in the body through mouth. Although it is a part of the body’s immune system yet the tonsils are infected sometimes while fighting with the virus or bacteria. The enlargement of Tonsils and Adenoids leads to difficulty in breathing or swallowing and such enlargement is known as tonsillitis. The tonsillitis can be categorized in two types i.e. recurrent and chronic tonsillitis. The disease leads to weakness in muscles and stiffness in neck. The tonsillitis can be identified or diagnosed through physical examination inside the throat. Sometimes, pus is accumulated in the tissues of tonsils and appears as white or yellow patches of skin. The chronic tonsillitis is a persistent infection in regular intervals; may lead to formulation of crypts in the tonsils. The bad breath also affects the surrounding people and the person feels restless.

Allopathic Treatment:

The allopathic treatment includes use of antibiotics to fight bacterial infection and usually a course is recommended by the doctor. If the disease is not cured and remained for long-term then it is also recommended by the doctors to remove the tonsils with surgical operation. Before, the problem exceeds to the level of surgical operations, everyone should start some home remedies whenever tonsillitis starts i.e. gargling with warm salt water several times a day and precautions in taking proper diet not leading to enlargement of tonsils. A lot of drugs available to treat tonsillitis and strep throat. Each medicine has its own benefits, side-effects, precautions, and dosage explained on the website https://www.webmd.com/drugs/condition-83-Strep. The healthcare professional may prescribe penicillin for treating bacterial infections with the combination of medicines like acetaminophen or ibuprofen for better results.

Home Remedies for Tonsillitis:

Natural remedies for treatment of tonsillitis include (a) taking plenty of rest with sound sleep of at least 7 hours, (b) avoid making excess physical work during the disease, (c) Drink more water and plenty of fluids to stay hydrated, (d) Gargling with lukewarm salt water several times a day, (e) taking honey to heal the infections from bacteria, (f) take omega-3 foods, nuts and seeds, unrefined oils, herbs like ginger, turmeric, and garlic to boost immune system of body. There are a lot of natural remedies found effective in treatment of tonsillitis. A syrup of fresh lime with warm water, honey and salt can be sipped slowly twice a day to cure tonsillitis. Secondly, in case there is constipation with tonsillitis then carrot juice being rich in Vitamin A can be effective. Cucumber and beet are also effective remedy as both increase the resistance of body to fight toxicity.

Stay far from Medicines and adopt following herbal remedies:

The herbal remedies can also be taken such as the bark of babul can be taken to cure throat disorders. It is generally recommended to avoid consumption of curd and buttermilk during tonsillitis. The drink of Tulsi or basil leaves can also be used with adding 2 grams of black pepper as it will increase the building immunity to fight with germs. The drink made from 10 to 12 basil leaves (boiled in one glass water) with adding lemon, honey, and black pepper helps in fast relief from tonsillitis. The Ayurveda [ii] recommends use 1 gram of Sphatika powder in lukewarm water. The Sphatika is antibiotic and antiseptic. Further, Khadiradi tablets can also be taken five times a day. In case of chronic tonsillitis, the Agastya Rasayana is generally recommended, one teaspoon mixed with honey; twice a day; for at least three months.

Homeopathy Treatment:

The homeopaths[iii] also recommend a few best medicines which have no side-effects. The medicines are recommended on the basis of symptoms. The Arsenic Alb is recommended when the patient feels more restlessness and thrist. The Belladonna is recommended when the throat is found red in physical examination. The Heaper Sulph is recommended if the pus is also accumulated in the tonsils. The Merc Sol is recommended in case of sweating and the Baryta Carb is recommended if the tonsillitis is occurred due to an exposure to cold.

Yoga Postures to treat Tonsillitis:

The best yoga asanas for the fast relief are Matsyasana, Paryankasana, and Simhasana. Alongwith Yoga, the person should also take proper diet and hygienic care to cure tonsillitis. The proper diet includes taking lukewarm vegetable and fruit juices sipped slowly, avoiding very hot and very cold foods, avoiding sweets and fried food materials.

*Copyright © 2018 Dr. Lalit Kumar. All rights reserved. 
    Note: The information in this article is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible solutions, precautions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of any remedy is safe, appropriate or effective for any person. A healthcare professional should be consulted before using each remedy or medicine or change in diet or discontinuing of any course or treatment.


References:
(i) The above image is captured from an article, “Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids” written by Udayan K. Shah, MD, Professor, Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University; Chief, Division of Otolaryngology, Nemours/A.I. duPont Hospital for Children; retrieved from https://www.msdmanuals.com/home/children-s-health-issues/ear,-nose,-and-throat-disorders-in-children/enlarged-tonsils-and-adenoids on dated 18th March, 2018.
[ii] The information is retrieved from an Ayurveda website i.e. https://www.ayurvedatreatments.co.in/ayurvedatreatments/index.php/407-ayurvedic-treatment-for-tonsillitis on dated 18th March, 2018.
[iii] The information is retrieved from the webpage of Homeopathic Doctor i.e. https://www.homeopathicdoctor.co.in/5-best-homeopathic-medicines-for-tonsillitis/

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