Tonsillitis is commonly understood as a disease in which inflammation of the tonsils occurs. In total, children have six tonsils, however, when it comes to this disease, inflammatory processes are most often implied in the palatal part of the oropharynx. Babies up to a year practically do not suffer from this disease, on the contrary, it is typical for adolescents and representatives of preschool age.
Why does tonsillitis occur in children
Experts say that the main cause of this disease is the presence of a bacterial infection in the body, which in turn affects the palatine components described above. Infection occurs, as a rule, by airborne droplets, that is, after contact with other sick peers. In addition, tonsillitis in children can also be diagnosed in case of weakened immunity, with chronic diseases in the nasopharynx (caries, sinusitis, etc.).
First signs. Symptoms of the disease
Tonsillitis in children is often referred to as angina, when the palatine tonsils become inflamed. B
in this case, young patients often refuse to eat, a rather high temperature rises (up to 38degrees), there is general lethargy and drowsiness, in some cases, bad breath. Due to spasm of the masticatory muscles, it is likely that the mouth cannot be opened wide. On external examination, as a rule, there is an increase in the tonsils, as well as the appearance of light pus.
What is chronic tonsillitis and why does it occur
With prolonged exposure to microflora on the tonsils, most often the disease flows into the chronic stage. The delicate tissue of the tonsils is gradually replaced by coarse tissue, scars and plugs appear, and the most favorable conditions for the vital activity of bacteria are created. In the chronic stage, children may complain of prolonged headaches, lethargy, and fatigue. Chronic tonsillitis in children occurs due to increased activity of bacteria, as well as after hypothermia. Experts say that the symptoms of the disease are somewhat similar to acute inflammation of the tonsils in the palatal part.
Than to treat tonsillitis?
In the acute course of the disease, the child must undergo a 10-day course of antibiotics without fail. Specialists before determining the causative agent of tonsillitis, as a rule, prescribe broad-spectrum drugs. Antipyretics and anti-inflammatory drugs are then used to relieve the first symptoms at the discretion of the doctor. As for the latter, preference is usually given to a variety of sprays and lozenges. In the case of chronic tonsillitis, washing of the tonsils and subsequent removal of purulent plugs are prescribed. greatestthe effect can be achieved through washing and simultaneous physiotherapeutic procedures. If all the above methods do not help, a complete surgical removal of the tonsils using anesthesia is prescribed.
