Inflammation of the tonsils is today a very common disease, which is a prolonged inflammation of the tonsils. This ailment affects people of all ages - from children to adults. Of course, if a child has chronic tonsillitis, treatment with folk remedies seems to be more preferable in many ways. Some time ago, the only option for getting rid of tonsillitis was to remove the tonsils surgically, but in the modern world, many non-surgical options for treating the disease have been developed. Doctors who diagnose chronic tonsillitis do not welcome the treatment of folk remedies, but do not prohibit it either. To begin with, consider the question of why inflammation of the tonsils occurs.
Causes of tonsil inflammation
There are a lot of reasons, actually. Inflammation may be the result of a once insufficiently well-cured sore throat. In addition, chronic inflammation in the tonsils can becaused by weak immunity, multiple viral infections, malnutrition. Therefore, before treating tonsillitis, the causes that cause it must be eliminated.
Symptoms
Usually, the disease is accompanied by signs of a general morbid condition: poor performance, fatigue, drowsiness, weakness. Pain in the joints and heart, shortness of breath, and indigestion may also appear. In addition, chronic tonsillitis is usually accompanied by colds, sinusitis and otitis media, and in chronic forms - otitis media, periodontitis, exacerbations of tonsillitis. The only sign of the disease noticeable to others is an unpleasant smell from the patient's mouth.
Chronic tonsillitis: treatment with folk remedies
Folk recipes are usually proven herbal preparations compiled by specialists. So, you or your loved ones have chronic tonsillitis. Treatment with folk remedies seems to be the best option? What exactly to prefer, which way to choose?
Let's take a look at some effective fee options:
1. Herbal tea with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effect.
Ingredients (in equal composition): St. John's wort, coltsfoot, wormwood, dill, thyme, sage; blackcurrant and eucalyptus leaves; calendula and chamomile flowers; calamus and peony roots. In addition, 200 ml of water is required.
The composition is filled with water at a temperature of 18–25 °C. The infusion is aged for 4 hours, then boiledabout 2 minutes, strain. Take it should be 100 ml twice a day. In addition, they can gargle.
2. A collection that has an immunostimulating and antibacterial effect.
Ingredients: volodushka grass (20 g), horsetail (10 g), St. John's wort (15 g), ephedra (5 g), wild rosemary (15 g); rose hips (25 g); licorice roots (5 g), leuzea (15 g), calamus (25 g), peony (20 g), elecampane (10 g). A glass of water is also required.
Composition (1 tablespoon) is poured with water, boiled for about 10 minutes, infused for about an hour, filtered. 300 ml of infusion should be taken, dividing it into 6 doses. You can add honey.
3. Propolis. Tonsillitis, the alternative treatment of which involves the use of not only medicinal plants, but also bee products, disappears without a trace after taking them. Propolis is poured with alcohol in equal proportions and kept in a dark place for 5 days. The course of treatment is carried out for 2 weeks, followed by a 1-week break and a new course. It is recommended to take 3 courses. You need to take 20 drops of propolis with enough water three times a day.
4. Beetroot decoction. Beetroot weighing about 300 g, thoroughly wash and chop without peeling. Pour in water (800 ml) and cook for about 1 hour. Strain. Use as a gargle after meals.
