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The tonsillectomy is useful if there is a hole in the tonsil and food is stored in the tonsils and it was not cured since 6 months is tonsillectomy is needed.

1. Do saline gargles daily (preferably twice).
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 ...more

Compared to children, tonsillitis is less serious in adults. However, there are certain risk factors involving tonsillitis in adults. Age is one of the major factors. People over 65 years of age are more prone towards severeal infections that could be serious at times. If tonsils are still occuring even if you are an adult, it is definitely a concerning situation. Also asults who spend more time with children like parents, grandparents and teachers are more vulnerable to tonsillitis.

Tonsillitis are majorly caused by bacterial and viral infections. Streptococcus (strep) bacteria is the main cause for tonsillitis and it also the main reason that causes strep throat (sore and scratchy throat). Other common causes include - adenoviruses, influenza virus, epstein-barr virus, parainfluenza viruses, enteroviruses and herpes sumplex virus. Causes of tonsillitis also depends on two important factors - age and germ exposure.

I personally dissuade against removing the tonsils for recurrent infections whcih can be controlled with antibiotics. Tonsils are defensive organs whcih protect agist bacterial invasion of our body. I know many patients with many different diseases following the tonsillectomy.

1.Do warm salne gargling 2-3 times daily
2.Take throat lozenges
3.you have to take antibiotic
4.consult me for further advice

For tonsillitis, Antibiotics added to it anti allegic and Analgesics and Antiseptic gargle helps, If you are having tonsillitis off and on you may require to go for tonsillectomy operation

The best and the most common home remedy for tonsillitis is to gargle with warm salt water. The warm water will have a soothing effect and the salt will help kill the virus or bacteria. Plus, salt helps reduce inflammation, giving you instant relief.
Mix one teaspoon of table salt in a cup of warm water.
Gargle with the solution. Do not swallow it. Spit the water out after gargling.
Repeat this as often as possible for speedy recovery.

I have not heard of tonsil stone but they do occur in salivary glands. These need to be removed and and analysed to take the necessary precautions for reformation.

Dear lybrate user, cough for 3 days is not normal. Few more details regarding your cough (dry/ productive), fever if present, running nose if present, whether its disturbing your sleep, breathlessness if present, past episodes if any, etc. are required to prescribe medication. Meanwhile, till the time you seek consultation try warm salt water gargles in the morning and night and protect yourself from dust. Take care!