Inflammation of the tonsils in acute or chronic form is called tonsillitis. The disease is caused by the development of microorganisms on the surface of the tonsils. The process is accompanied by tissue changes. The manifestation of symptoms such as fever, sore throat when swallowing, tonsils with suppuration, fatigue, weakness, frequent colds, chronic tonsilitis speaks of the disease. The disease is a consequence of a weakened immunity. Tonsils become a source of infection, although their purpose is to support the immune system. The more often chronic tonsillitis occurs, the more and more the body weakens. Therefore, it is very important to consult a doctor on time, since chronic tonsillitis can give serious complications: heart disease, joints, lungs, hearing impairment.
Chronic tonsillitis. Disease treatment
Many patients do not consider tonsils as something important for a person. There is an opinion that if they are removed, then the disease will disappear. It's a delusion. After all, tonsils perform a protective role for humans. When they are removed, pathogenic bacteria enter the human body. In addition, without tonsils, colds are harder to carry. Therefore, if a disease arose - chronic tonsillitis, then this does not mean that its treatment is only surgical. The operation is indicated in extremely rare cases.
The treatment of chronic tonsillitis is effective with laser and ultrasound. Ultrasound helps purify the gaps (indentations in which the tonsils are located) from purulent accumulations. In addition, ultrasound has a bactericidal effect, accelerates the healing process of wounds. They form the moment of exacerbation on the surface of the tonsils. In this case, the patient experiences pain, discomfort. Laser therapy is a painless procedure, does not cause inconvenience to the patient. The number of sessions depends on the severity of the disease. The timing of treatment is determined by the doctor. Having examined the patient, if necessary, the specialist will prescribe medication.
If inoperable treatment does not produce the desired result, partial tonsil removal (ablation) may be indicated. The procedure is to convert the energy of radio waves into thermal energy. For this, a special apparatus called Surgitron is used. The operation is performed under local anesthesia on an outpatient basis. For anesthesia, the effective drug "Ultrocaine" is administered. The treatment technology consists in exposing the tonsils to an ultrasound probe. This method has several advantages:
- exclusion of effects on healthy organ tissues;
- ease of postoperative period;
- lack of complications;
- quick recovery of vitality.
Due to the decrease in immunity in the process of the disease, complex therapy is useful. It is aimed at maintaining the whole organism as a whole, includes the following steps:
- the use of agents that enhance the body's own reactivity;
- the use of hyposensitizing therapy;
- the appointment of fortifying drugs;
- sanitation of palatine tonsils;
- the use of means of reflex action on the lymph nodes and palatine tonsils.
It should be remembered that acute tonsillitis (tonsillitis) is a contagious disease, so it is important to protect yourself from close communication with others, especially with children. Infection occurs by airborne droplets, but can also be transmitted through food.
In order to prevent the disease, it is necessary to avoid overcooling the body, do not drink too cold a liquid, eat well. Vitamin complexes with trace elements will help strengthen immunity. Which drugs are best taken - the doctor will advise. You should be careful about your health.