Fungal tonsillitis is an inflammation of the palatine tonsils, which has arisen due to the introduction of the Candida fungus into the body. This disease is called fungal angina. The disease is characterized by specific symptoms and involves therapy that differs from the treatment of bacterial tonsillitis. If temporary treatment is not carried out, serious he alth complications may occur.
Illness definition
Candida fungus acts as the causative agent of fungal tonsillitis. These microorganisms are present in every person in an acceptable value. If there is an active growth of the fungus, then the internal organs and mucous membranes will begin to be affected.
Symptoms of the disease
What are the symptoms of fungal tonsillitis? At the initial stage of the onset of the disease, there may be no symptoms. For this reason, parasites spread throughout the body and oral cavity. The disease is not accompanied by acute pain, so it can be detected only in the later stages of the disease. Among the mainsymptoms of fungal tonsillitis emit:
- general weakness;
- rapid fatigue;
- bad breath;
- appearance of light or green spots on the tonsils;
- throat discomfort;
- occurrence of plaque on the tonsils or tongue;
- enlarged lymph nodes.
If one of the symptoms appears, it is important to immediately consult a doctor, as self-medication can provoke the development of serious complications. It is not recommended to use drugs without a doctor's prescription.
Illness in a child
The protective function of the body in babies is not fully developed. For this reason, fungal tonsillitis may occur in children. In frequent cases, the disease develops asymptomatically. For this reason, it is not always possible to seek medical help in a timely manner. The main features of the development of fungal tonsillitis in a child include the following phenomena:
- during the examination of the oral cavity, plaque on the tonsils can be detected;
- during breastfeeding, the newborn passes the fungus to the mother;
- the baby is lethargic and moody.
A whitish or yellowish coating may appear on the tonsils, cheeks, tongue and palate. Since it is very easy to remove, many mothers perceive this phenomenon as milk residue after feeding. Symptoms and treatment of fungal tonsillitis should be discussed with a doctor, this is a purely individual process. Depending on the overall clinical picture, the doctor selects the method of therapy.
Powhat causes?
In frequent cases, candidal tonsillitis occurs due to a disruption in the immune system, after a viral or infectious disease. Due to reduced immunity, parasitic microorganisms freely enter the body. Quite often, a child develops a disease for the reason that one of the parents is a carrier of fungi, and this despite the fact that the symptoms of the disease that indicate this may be absent. Among the main reasons, based on which the mucous membrane of the throat is affected in a child, are:
- dysbacteriosis;
- chronic pathological process that occurs in the pharyngeal mucosa;
- violations of the basic principle of nutrition;
- hard diet;
- infectious lesion of the tonsils;
- long-term use of antibiotics;
- disturbances in the work of the endocrine glands.
It is important to treat the disease in a timely manner, as the disease can progress and provoke the development of a he alth problem. Photos of fungal tonsillitis can be seen on the Internet, but only a doctor can determine the presence of the disease and make an accurate diagnosis.
What complications can occur?
If therapy is not carried out in time, the disease can become chronic. In the absence of therapy, fungal angina can lead to the death of the patient. Due to the uncontrolled reproduction of fungi, there may be:
- liver disorders;
- pus formation inlymph nodes;
- development of esophageal candidiasis;
- inflammatory process of the heart muscle, kidneys.
In order to prevent the development of complications, it is important to consult a doctor in time and strictly follow all the doctor's recommendations. Self-medication is prohibited. Only after a thorough diagnosis of the patient, the doctor will prescribe a suitable effective treatment.
Therapy process
How is fungal tonsillitis treated in adults? To get rid of the disease, therapy must be comprehensive. First of all, it is important to stop the process of reproduction of fungi and prevent them from spreading to the internal organs. In the process of treatment, the doctor prescribes antimycotic agents, immunostimulants and antibacterial drugs. During the period of drug therapy, it is recommended to use a physiotherapeutic method of treatment.
How to treat fungal tonsillitis? With the help of "Fluconazole" the disease is treated. The duration of the course of treatment is determined strictly by the doctor. If a person is prone to allergies, then the drug should be replaced with an analogue - "Nystatin". To carry out effective treatment of the disease, it is important to choose the right method of administration. "Nystatin" should be taken one tablet several times a day - for 12 days. Tablets should be sucked, not swallowed. The drug is non-toxic and does not harm the general state of he alth. The main disadvantage is that it is poorly absorbed into the intestines.
Symptoms and treatment of fungal tonsillitis in adults should be discussed with a doctor. The choice of therapy depends on the severity of the disease.
Using fluconazole for angina
In the composition of "Diflazon", "Diflucan", "Micromax", "Fluconazole" there is an active substance fluconazole. All these drugs help get rid of fungal tonsillitis and prevent pathogenic microorganisms from multiplying. It is recommended to take 1-2 tablets per day. The duration of treatment is a week. The drugs are effective and rarely cause side effects. The only negative is that it is forbidden to combine with another drug.
Use of antibiotics
Fungal infection can occur due to the use of a systemic antibiotic. To overcome the disease, it is necessary either to cancel them or adjust the dose. To reduce body temperature, which appeared during the development of tonsillitis, the doctor prescribes topical antibacterial agents. With the help of Levorin, fungal tonsillitis is treated. Using the solution, it is necessary to rinse the mouth several times a day. The drug is low-toxic, does not harm the general state of he alth. With advanced disease, the doctor prescribes Clarithromycin. It is necessary to apply one tablet - orally, for 6 days. The drug is highly effective, but has contraindications.
Treatment with soda solution and other drugs
Soda can be used to treat fungal tonsillitis. To do this, rinse your mouth with a solution. Suchalkalization adversely affects pathogenic microorganisms. Doctors recommend treating the affected areas with a solution of iodinol or lugol. The drugs have an antimicrobial effect and prevent the reproduction of a fungal infection inside the body.
Yodinol must be applied several times a day. The drug is highly effective, but not suitable for the treatment of children under 6 years old.
Treatment of fungal tonsillitis in a child
How is fungal tonsillitis treated in children? Only a pediatrician should prescribe a drug for the treatment of fungal tonsillitis. The dose is determined strictly by the doctor. Throughout the course of therapy, it is important to rinse the mouth. To eliminate the fungus, doctors recommend using Nystatin, Miramistin or Hexoral. "Miramistin" does not allow a harmful microorganism to multiply. Rinse your mouth up to 5 times a day. The main advantage of the drug is that there are no side effects, the disadvantage is the high price.
To eliminate the symptoms of a fungal infection, doctors prescribe Hexoral, an antimicrobial agent that should be rinsed in the mouth. The medicine effectively anesthetizes, the only drawback is that it cannot be used in the treatment of acute tonsillitis.
Folk treatments
Before using any alternative method of therapy, it is important to consult a doctor, since self-medication can provoke the development of serious complications. With the help of herbal infusions, you can get rid of the inflammatory process in the throat and prevent bacteriamultiply. Inhalation with essential oil and taking homeopathic preparations based on honey and red pepper effectively eliminate the signs of the disease. It is recommended to gargle with infusion of chamomile, calendula and sage. The procedure is recommended to be carried out up to 7 times a day. If you add eucalyptus and fir oil to the inhaler, this will help eliminate the inflammatory process.
Chamomile will make you feel better
Quite often, pediatricians prescribe children to gargle with chamomile. It is quite easy to carry out the procedure, while the effect is good. Thanks to gargling with chamomile, harmful bacteria that provoked the development of the disease are removed from the tonsils. To begin such treatment, it is initially necessary to prepare an infusion. The agent should not be too hot, as this can damage the throat. To prepare it, you need to pour dry chamomile with boiling water and insist for an hour. Wait until cool and strain. Healing agent should cool to a temperature of 37 degrees. This temperature has a positive effect on blood circulation in the throat. This contributes to the rapid recovery of the body. Before using any method of treatment, it is imperative to carry out a complete medical examination. This will help prevent the development of complications.
Doctors' recommendations
To prevent the development of the disease, it is important to restore the body's defenses, especially after an infectious or viral illness. Nutrition must be balanced. The daily diet should includevegetables and fruits. Among the main recommendations of doctors are:
- must consume dairy products;
- take vitamin-containing complexes;
- give up bad habits;
- timely treat inflammatory processes, infectious lesions.
When a symptom of a disease appears, it is important to consult a doctor, since at the initial stage of the development of the disease, treatment is much more effective and faster. To increase immunity, it is recommended to eat right, walk in the fresh air, regularly ventilate the room, avoid stress and worries, and do physical therapy.
Note to patient
Fungal tonsillitis occurs due to an increase in the number of Candida fungi. This phenomenon occurs due to a decrease in the protective functions of the body. To prevent this from happening, it is important to take measures to strengthen immunity. To do this, you should eat right and lead a he althy lifestyle, visit a doctor regularly and treat diseases in a timely manner. It is forbidden to self-medicate, since the child's body is too vulnerable to any diseases, so you should not risk the baby's life and buy medicines for therapy without the recommendation of the attending doctor. Any alternative methods of treatment should be used according to the recommendations of a medical professional, otherwise side effects may occur. Herbs and infusions are just as powerful as antibiotics, so don't underestimate them. The entire process of therapy should be supervised by a specialist.
