Tonsillitis – German Homeopathic Centre

Tonsils are a part of body's defense mechanism and are the first line of defence to prevent respiratory infection. Tonsils can get inflamed due to virus against which the child has not yet developed resistance and also due to bacteria like `streptococci'.

Symptoms

Sore pain and irritation in the throat.
Redness, swelling of tonsils. Swollen and painful nodes felt in the neck Fever and headache with the sore throat.
Difficult speech and swallowing.

Care

Do not go in for tonsil removal unless the condition is very severe and recurrence is frequent.
In case of throat pain, salt water gargles relieve soreness.
Take food that you can tolerate. Try and take liquids in case there is pain while swallowing Drink plenty of fluids and warm drinks.
Go to bed when symptoms are troublesome.
Do not self medicate.
Whatever the cause, the worst of tonsillitis symptoms are over in 48 hours. If the symptoms last for more than 3 days and the sufferer starts coughing green or yellow mucus, seek medical attention.

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