Inflammation of the palatine tonsils (in other words, tonsillitis) gives us a lot of discomfort. A sharp sore throat, perspiration, high fever and difficulty eating can knock even the most persistent people out of the daily rhythm of life. If therapy is not started in time, the disease progresses and gives complications to the ears, heart, kidneys and other organs.
In such a situation, urgent medical treatment is required. To speed up recovery, therapy can be supplemented with traditional medicine. One of the most effective is a compress on the throat. What is its beneficial effect on the body and how to put it correctly, we will tell in our article.
The principle of action of compresses
In acute inflammation of the palatine tonsils, there is an accumulation of lymphoid fluid both in the throat and in the nasopharynx. The tissues swell, blood circulation through the vessels becomes difficult. Pathogens actively multiply, the human body is exposed to intoxication.
A warm compress on the throat helps to stop the unfavorable process. Under the influence of heat, blood vessels expand, tissue swelling disappears, and normal blood circulation resumes. The causative agents of the infection die, the patient notes a decrease in pain and an improvement in the general condition.
The benefits of compresses are confirmed by many years of experience in their use and numerous positive reviews. Even the most skeptical therapists include such manipulations in the overall treatment regimen. However, this does not mean that everyone can use this method of treatment. All he alth issues should be discussed with a doctor in advance.
When should warm compresses not be used?
Wet and dry warming bandages on the throat can significantly alleviate the course of the disease, but there are a number of cases when their use can only harm. To understand whether it is possible to make a compress on the throat or not, study the list of the main contraindications to its use. Includes:
- prone to allergic reactions;
- diseases of the skin;
- heart problems;
- high body temperature;
- enlargement of lymphatic tissues;
- diseases of blood vessels, blood;
- oncological diseases;
- high blood cholesterol levels;
- thromboembolism;
- tuberculosis.
Pay attention! It is strictly forbidden to use compresses when purulent varieties of tonsillitis are detected. Increased circulation will lead tothat the infection will quickly spread throughout the body.
If the disease is caused by a fungal infection, compresses will not harm you, but you will not get any benefit from them either. Before starting treatment, visit a therapist and take tests to identify the causative agent of the disease.
How to do compresses on the throat?
For home therapy to be useful, carry out the procedure in accordance with certain requirements. After all, improper use of thermal bandages will cause burns and other undesirable consequences. How to make a compress on the throat so as not to harm yourself? You just need to follow the following instructions:
- If you are using a liquid compress, heat the main component to a body-friendly temperature. If solid ingredients are used, prepare them in a specific way.
- Dip a piece of gauze or piece of cotton cloth in a warm mixture. Solid "drugs" are simply laid out on top of the fabric.
- Make sure the temperature of the compress is within acceptable limits. Bandage your neck.
- Place plastic wrap or a plain bag over the compress.
- Wrap a warm scarf around your throat.
The duration of the compress depends on the type of warming material you choose.
On average it is 2-3 hours. Make sure the scarf holds heat well and the bandage is airtight. You can keep it as long as you feel the warming effect. Atif you experience burning or other discomfort, immediately remove the compress.
What can I use to make a warming bandage?
Different products are used as the main ingredients for making a throat compress. In most cases, preference is given to medical alcohol and vodka. Vegetable oil and vinegar are also good for this purpose.
Preparation of dry compresses is carried out using boiled potatoes, cabbage, cottage cheese. Soda, s alt and ointments containing essential oils are often used.
Each method has its own characteristics and usage rules. Let's take a closer look at them.
Vodka compress recipe
To make a compress (on the throat) from vodka, use a multilayer bandage. Take a piece of gauze or calico and fold it several times. The cloth should absorb a lot of the solution.
Follow the next steps in the following sequence:
- Dilute vodka with warm water in equal parts (1:1). If the degree of home tincture does not exceed 40% by volume, it can be used in its pure form. Make sure that the temperature of the heating composition does not exceed 25 ˚С. Otherwise, there is a high chance of getting burned.
- Soak the finished fabric in the resulting solution. Squeeze it out.
- Apply bandage to throat area.
- Cover the compress with cling film.
- Wrap a scarf around your throat.
For an adult, exposure time can reach 5hours. You can carry out manipulations three times a day, observing the interval between procedures of 3 hours.
An alcohol compress on the throat is made according to a similar algorithm of actions. However, pure alcohol is diluted 1:2.
Curd compress recipe
Cottage cheese is the safest and most hypoallergenic product for a compress. At the same time, it contains a large number of trace elements and has an anti-inflammatory effect.
In order to enhance the warming abilities, vodka, mustard or vinegar are added to it. Gentle compositions include honey and onions. If you need to put a compress on the throat of a child, use this recipe.
The cooking technology is as follows:
- Crush the cottage cheese in a blender to a paste.
- Grate a couple of medium-sized onions.
- Mix both ingredients together.
- Add a couple of tablespoons of fresh honey to the mixture.
- Spread the composition over the surface of the dressing.
- Apply a compress to your throat.
- Wrap it up using the method above.
The exposure time of the thermal dressing is 4 hours. Please note that warm compresses should be slightly shifted towards the chest. Location in the area of the thyroid gland and the heart is unacceptable!
Potato applications
Potatoes also help to stop the inflammatory process. It is used in two ways. In the first case, two potatoes are grated. Added a tablespoon of vinegar(use 9% solution). The mixture is placed on one side of the bandage, applied to the throat.
In the second version, a teaspoon of sunflower oil and a few drops of iodine are added to mashed potatoes. The mixture is laid out on a cloth and applied to the throat.
There is also a vodka compress (on the throat) which also uses potatoes. To create it, you need to knead the boiled vegetable along with the peel, pour 20 grams of vodka into the gruel. The mixture is used for applications on the neck 2-3 times a day.
Cabbage compress
Cabbage leaves are famous for their ability to relieve puffiness and reduce inflammation. Therefore, they are actively used to treat mastitis, sciatica, headaches, joint diseases and, of course, angina. Reviews about the treatment of cabbage make even people who do not trust traditional medicine think.
Cabbage compress (on the throat) does not have an enhanced warming effect, which means it can be used to treat children.
To prepare a compress, heat one sheet in warm water. Attach it to your neck and wrap it in a warm cloth. Walk with this bandage all day long. Change the leaf every 2 hours for a fresh one. By the evening of the first day, you will feel a noticeable improvement in your condition.
S alt and honey applications
Saline dressings are considered the simplest method of relieving pain and swelling. They refer to the dry method of creating a compress on the throat. For an adult and a child to apply such bandagespossible without much concern. They will not cause allergies and will have the proper effect.
Pre-heat the s alt in a pan. It is better to use the marine variety, it is more useful. You don't need to heat it up too much. It is enough to achieve a pleasant warmth for the hand. Place the s alt in a cloth bag and apply to the neck. Wrap yourself in a scarf and walk as long as you feel warm. You can leave the bandage on all night.
Compresses from honey are characterized by good antibacterial and anti-inflammatory action. They can be supplemented with other components. For example, alcohol and aloe plant.
The medicinal mixture is made from 2 tablespoons of liquid honey, one tablespoon of crushed aloe leaves and two tablespoons of diluted alcohol or vodka. All ingredients are thoroughly mixed, laid out on a cloth. The compress on the throat is fixed with a plastic film. Its exposure time is 4 hours.
Treatment of sore throat with Asterisk ointment and eucalyptus oil
The long-known Asterisk balm is also actively used in the treatment of tonsillitis. Modern recipes involve its simultaneous use with essential oils.
To quickly relieve pain, the balm should be rubbed into the skin of the neck. Influence those places where the pain is felt most actively. After that, wrap your throat with a film, wrap it with a scarf. After a couple of hours, wash off the remaining ointment from the skin and repeat the rubbing, but using eucalyptus oil.
Alternate active ingredients every twohours. The exposure time of ointments is not limited.
Features of using compresses for children and pregnant women
Many future and newly-made mothers are interested in the question of whether it is possible to make a compress on the throat during pregnancy and small children. If you want to cure a sore throat for a child, then remember that you can use compresses only after three years. Until this time, the child will not be able to tell you about the deterioration and the appearance of discomfort. Therefore, medicine does not recommend using this treatment on babies.
Older children tolerate thermal bandages well. But keep in mind that the time of their exposure should not exceed 2-3 hours. You can repeat the procedures no more than two times during the day.
When choosing a compress recipe for pregnant women, preference should be given to those compounds that are not able to be absorbed into the bloodstream through the skin. Essential oils should be avoided immediately. Discuss all other methods with your doctor.
Reviews on the treatment of throat compresses are mostly positive. Patients note a significant reduction in the period of illness and a rapid analgesic effect. However, treatment should not be based solely on the experience of others. Each person is individual. Remember this and take care of your he alth. Good luck!
