Stomatitis is an infectious disease of the oral cavity, or rather its mucous membrane. The manifestations of this ailment are quite unpleasant. Therefore, if stomatitis occurs in the tonsils, treatment in adults and children should begin immediately. The sooner you take measures to get rid of the pathology, the better for you. Of course, ideally, you should consult a doctor. But not all patients do this. Most stomatitis treatments are carried out at home. Today you can find out which measures will be safe and effective.
Types of stomatitis and the main causes of its appearance
There are many types of stomatitis. Based on the causative agent of this disease, a certain type of treatment is selected. A white sore in a single or multiple quantity on the gland can appear for the following reasons:
- taking certain medications (often antibiotics, which provokes a fungal form of pathology);
- herpetic lesion (aphthous stomatitis);
- mucosal trauma (rough food, foreign objects, hot food, chemicals);
- viral damage (vesicular stomatitis, transmitted by airborne droplets);
- bacterial diseases (catarrhal stomatitis) and so on.
In everyday life, the disease most often occurs due to trauma or due to the constant presence of infection (caries, runny nose, adenoiditis). In children, stomatitis may appear due to the constant presence of foreign objects in the mouth during teething.
Pathology diagnostics
To assess why stomatitis appeared on the gland, and the doctor can make the correct diagnosis during a routine examination. Some additional manipulations and analyzes are usually not required. For each type of disease, appropriate therapy is used. If you want to get rid of the pathology in a short time and correctly, then you should consult a doctor. When diagnosing the disease, the following factors are taken into account:
- age and lifestyle of the patient;
- the presence of additional disease stimulants;
- localization and area of ​​rashes;
- additional symptoms in the form of temperature, runny nose, tonsil enlargement, chronic diseases.
Stomatitis on the glands: treatment
What to do if suddenly on the tonsil you notice a white sore? Many patients will suspect a sore throat. But they will not always be right. The treatment for stomatitis and tonsillitis is significantly different. Therefore, it is so important to make the correct diagnosis. Therapy of the disease consists in the use of symptomatic agents that alleviate the patient’s discomfort and the use of drugs that affect the cause of the disease. Also popular recipes and grandmother's methods of treating stomatitis are very popular. Consider the effective options in more detail.
The use of painkillers and antipyretics
Very often, stomatitis on the gland is accompanied by high body temperature and terrible pain. A person cannot eat normally, it is difficult to even drink. But abundant drinking and wholesome wholesome food is an important condition for a quick recovery. To reduce the temperature, you can use a variety of over-the-counter antipyretics:
- based on ibuprofen (Nurofen, Burana, Advil) - these drugs are by far the most popular, they can be used in infants, but only in the form of syrups and suppositories;
- agents with paracetamol (Panadol, Efferalgan) have been known for a long time, they act quickly, but negatively affect the liver (it is not recommended to use it for people with diseases of this organ);
- medicines with nimesulide (Nise, Nimulide, Nimesil) - effectively and permanently eliminate fever, but adversely affect the gastrointestinal tract, therefore they should be taken only after eating.
All of the mentioned funds to a greater or lesser extent have an analgesic effect. But practice shows that drugs based on diclofenac and ketorolac (Ketorol, Ketanov, Diklovit) most effectively eliminate this symptom. Take such drugs should be no more than 3-5 days in a row. Medications have a symptomatic effect, but they do not affect the cause of the disease.
Antiseptics and their names
If stomatitis appeared on the tonsils, then almost always doctors prescribe antiseptic drugs. Such drugs can prevent the multiplication of pathogenic microorganisms, eliminate existing viruses, fungi and bacteria. At home, you can use the following tools:
- “Miramistin” or “Chlorhexidine” (the latter must be diluted before use) - the drugs eliminate the growth of bacteria, viruses and fungi, so you will not lose with this medicine.
- Zelenka is an outdated, but proven remedy for the treatment of stomatitis, the treatment of ulcers is performed pointwise.
- Lugol is one of the most effective means for treating tonsils, the treatment is performed with a sterile cotton swab dipped in a solution.
- "Fukortsin" - has an antimicrobial and antifungal effect, helps to quickly tighten aphthae and improve well-being.
- "Hexoral" - effective if stomatitis on the gland is caused by a herpes infection, is applied using a spray and has a pleasant taste.
- "Tantum Verde" - a spray that has an antiseptic and analgesic effect, it is acceptable for use even in pregnant women.
All antiseptic agents must be used carefully. Many of the described preparations have a drying effect, which, if used extensively, can harm.
Rinse treatment
Stomatitis on the gland can be eliminated quickly enough if you regularly rinse. For this, solutions are selected that have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, regenerating and analgesic effects. If you choose the tool correctly, then the improvements will be noticeable after 1-3 days.
- Decoctions of plants, herbs and rhizomes. Cope with the problem will help chamomile, plantain, sage or a collection of several plant species. The broth is prepared simply: pour a tablespoon of dry herbs with a glass of boiling water. Gargling is necessary after each meal, but at least 4-6 times a day.
- Hydrogen peroxide has an antimicrobial, healing and decongestant effect. It will perfectly cope with its task with candidal, aphthous and herpetic stomatitis, localized on the tonsils. It is important to be careful not to swallow the solution while rinsing.
- "Furacilin" is an antimicrobial agent. The medicine is produced in tablets, from which it is necessary to prepare a solution. For 100 ml of warm water you will need one tablet. Wait for it to completely dissolve, then rinse the tonsils 3-4 times a day.
- "Rotokan" - a solution that has a hemostatic and anti-inflammatory effect. The medication is effective in the treatment of autologous stomatitis. Rinsing is carried out with a solution diluted in water for 5-7 days.
After rinsing, refrain from eating and drinking for 30-60 minutes.
Home medicine
If stomatitis appears on the tonsils, how to treat without a doctor? Therapy can be carried out using folk remedies and well-known methods. Some of them are very effective, therefore they are used from generation to generation:
- rinse with soda - disinfects, relieves inflammation and promotes healing;
- lubrication with aloe juice - inhibits the growth of microorganisms, creates a protective film;
- point compresses from crushed garlic - a natural antibiotic;
- rinsing the mouth with cabbage and carrot juice - increases immunity and promotes the healing of ulcers.
If stomatitis has appeared in children on the tonsils (a photo of ulcers is provided for your visual familiarization), then do not resort to self-medication. Be sure to show your child to a doctor.
Stomatitis on the tonsils in a child: what to do?
Often this disease appears in children. What drugs do doctors recommend in these cases?
- "Vitaon" - an oil based on plant components. It has a softening, anti-inflammatory, healing effect.
- Vinylinum is a thick solution forming a film on the treated surface. Protects ulcers from irritation by food and drink.
- “Cholisal” is an analgesic and antiseptic gel that retains its effect for 6-8 hours.
- "Lizobakt" is an antiseptic and antimicrobial agent available for use in children from three years old and pregnant women.
- Oxolinic ointment - is used to provide an antiviral effect. Also, the drug prevents the further spread of infection along the mucous surface.
If the baby has stomatitis on the tonsils (you’ve already seen the photo), then you should definitely review the baby’s nutrition. Food should be soft, without salt and spices. Exclude fruits and raw vegetables, offer the baby more drink.
To summarize
Stomatitis on the tonsils in adults and children is an unpleasant phenomenon, but not fatal. Even if no action is taken to eliminate it, a healthy body will cope with the infection itself within a week. Stomatitis that appeared on the gland is important to distinguish from a sore throat, since the latter requires a mandatory visit to a doctor and treatment. If you are not sure about the nature of the origin of white sores, then visit a doctor and find out all the ways to treat stomatitis on the tonsils.