Jakarta: Treatment for tonsillitis can be adjusted to the cause and the patient’s severity. Methods for treating tonsils can include self-care, medication, and surgery.
Inflammation of the tonsils or tonsillitis is a condition when the tonsils become inflamed. Although it most often attacks children, this condition can occur in adults too, even the elderly.
According to Halodoc, tonsils actually have an important function in preventing infection. Especially in children. However, the function of this small gland begins to change as the body’s immune system strengthens.
Inflammation of this gland can cause a variety of disturbing symptoms. If left untreated, this condition can also cause serious complications.
According to Alodokter, there are several independent treatments that you can do, such as:
– Get enough rest.
– Drink enough water to keep your throat moist and prevent dehydration.
– Consume a sore throat reliever drink for natural tonsil treatment, such as tea or warm water mixed with honey.
– Consume throat lozenges.
– Use a humidifier to avoid dry air which can worsen throat irritation.
– Avoid exposure to cigarette smoke.
– Relieve fever and pain by taking paracetamol, but by first consulting a doctor.
= In tonsillitis caused by a bacterial infection, the doctor will prescribe antibiotics, for example amoxicillin or roxithromycin, to be used for 10 days.
Some examples of antibiotics that can be prescribed by doctors include amoxicillin, penicillin, azithromycin, cefprozil, or cefditoren. Please note, the antibiotics used must still be finished even though the condition has improved. This is to prevent worsening of the condition or antibiotic resistance.
Still according to Alodokter, if necessary, tonsillectomy or tonsil removal surgery can also be an option for treating tonsillitis. Doctors will use this method for tonsillitis in the following conditions:
– Chronic (symptoms continue to appear for more than 2 weeks).
– Antibiotics are not effective in treating tonsillitis caused by bacterial infections.
– Continuous recurrence.
– Complications arise that are difficult to treat.
– Tonsillectomy is performed under general anesthesia and requires at least 7 to 14 days for recovery. Before deciding to undergo this procedure, patients are advised to discuss the benefits and risks with their doctor.
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2023-10-03 08:40:00
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