Chronic Tonsillitis Health Feed

Tonsillitis is a disorder of the tonsils present on the back of your throat. The tonsils acts as a defensive mechanism in the body as they prevent the body from infections. This is a contagious condition and can occur at any age. It is widely prevalent among school going kids.

Tonsillitis may be classified in to two types:

Chronic tonsillitis: This type of tonsillitis tends to last for an extended duration with symptoms of bad breath and tenderness in the lymph nodes.
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Tonsillitis is a condition, which is characterized by infection of the tonsils in your throat. The tonsils are a pair of lymph nodes that are situated in the throat; its primary function is to protect the body from various infections. Although the disorder can occur at any age, it is majorly common among children. A large number of bacteria or viruses can cause this disorder, but the most serious symptoms occur when it is caused by the streptococcal bacteria.

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Ear, nose&throat (ent) are interconnected & thinking in terms of recurrent infection, tonsilitis, adenoids swelling & chronic discharge from ears
if you remove tonsils &adenoids which are septic, there are chances of getting
better of ear infectionafter operation. Ear operation (tympanoplasty) after the age of 21yrs.
You may try other modalities immunotherapy, certain herbal therapy.
High protein diet & supplements etc. Can help.

Hello lybrate-user,
9 Years child suffering from Tonsillitis since many years with Raised Aso titre is indicative of Chronic Tonsillitis.
Recurrent attacks of Tonsillitis like
1. 7 or more episodes in one year (or)
2. 5 episodes in two years (or)
3. 3 episodes per year for three consecutive years.
Are indicative for undergoing Tonsillectomy.
But if the child is having much problem and doesnot fit in the above criteria may also Require Tonsillectomy depending upon the ...more

Pharyngitis and tonsillitis are usually the result of a viral infection, such as a common cold or infectious mononucleosis. Other causes include bacterial infections, such as with streptococcal bacteria, and fungal infections, such as candidiasis.it is not because of hiv. get CBC WITH ESR. and consult further for better management.

Age? 1. Do saline gargles daily.
2. Whenever possible do steam inhalation also.
3. Cover your nose and mouth with hanky for at least 30 sec when you go in dusty areas also when you go in and out of ac. As our nose is the most sensitive part of our body, when there is temperature difference between two rooms or inside n outside, then if we not protect our nose, it gets affected.
4. Drink hot liquids --hot liquids relieve nasal congestion, prevent dehydration, and soothe the uncomforta...more

already answered. yet u can go for tonsils operation.
my tonsils removed in childhood at the age of three.

1. Do saline gargles daily.
2. Whenever possible do steam inhalation also.
3. Cover your nose and mouth with hanky for at least 30 sec when you go in dusty areas also when you go in and out of AC. As our nose is the most sensitive part of our body, When there is temperature difference between two rooms or inside n outside, then if we not protect our nose, it gets affected.
4. Drink Hot Liquids --Hot liquids relieve nasal congestion, prevent dehydration, and soothe the uncomfortably i...more

If you have chronic tonsillitis and you are having recurrent symptoms,get it operated.consult ENT specialist

Definitely homeopathic treatment will be suitable for her. Medicine can be given just after interrogating closely. Because problem is chronic n will take time to cure completely.