JAKARTA – Inflammation of the tonsils or tonsillitis is a condition in which there is inflammation or inflammation and swelling of the tonsils. Most causes of tonsillitis are caused by bacteria and viruses such as rubella, adenovirus and influenza.
Otolaryngologist, Dr. Muslim Kasim warned not to take tonsillitis lightly. The reason is that the condition will get worse when complications occur.
“There are a number of complications that can be quite serious, so this case of tonsil inflammation or inflammation cannot be underestimated,” she said.
Muslim explained that inflammation of the tonsils can cause infection or inflammation of the ears and inflammation of the sinuses. Swelling around the tonsils, if there is a collection of pus, can also develop into something dangerous, which can extend to the deep neck area.
Not only that, in cases of inflammation of the tonsils where complications have occurred, it can cause heart valve disorders which is called rheumatic fever.
“It turns out that inflammation of the tonsils can cause an infection in a little bit of a place or what we call rheumatic fever, causing heart valve disease,” he said.
Tonsils are organs that are part of the lymph nodes behind the throat that act as a defense factor when exposed to an infection in the upper respiratory tract. If there is enlargement, the tonsils narrow the airways, so that in some people it can cause breathing problems.
Tonsil inflammation can be contagious, especially in the vulnerable group of children aged five to 15 years due to environmental factors such as schooling and nursery or childcare.
“We play together every day, if someone catches a cold it’s very easy for it to spread, so kids in the school environment are a prone bunch to get tonsillitis,” Muslim said.
Since this disease is caused by viruses and bacteria, it will be easily transmitted in close contact with people infected with tonsillitis. Therefore, one way to avoid this is to wash your hands diligently, especially before eating.
“So you actually avoid washing your hands diligently, especially before eating, and continuing to get into the habit of avoiding sick people because it can be contagious,” she said.
He suggested that tonsillitis patients should avoid foods that can exacerbate inflammatory disorders, such as foods that are too spicy, reduce fatty foods, and drinks that are too cold. In addition, too sweet foods and drinks and soft drinks should also be limited if you suffer from tonsillitis.
