Children's health is always very concerned about parents. They strive to give their child all the best and protect them from disease. But sometimes children, despite the care of their parents, catch a cold very often. Most have enlarged tonsils. But first things first.
So, the tonsils or glands are clusters of lymphoid tissue that performs a protective function in the body. They are located in the throat on both sides of the root of the tongue. You can find them outside, especially if they are enlarged. To do this, put your hands on your neck from both sides just under your chin and massage gently. You will feel two lobes in the form of a ball - this is the glands.
Tonsils perform in the body the role of the barrier. They do not let harmful bacteria and microbes enter the body with air, food and water. These natural filters protect us from many diseases. It happens that they are no longer able to resist pests. Then the microorganisms begin to settle on them and actively multiply. In this case, the tonsils in the child become inflamed and become the source of infection. This condition is called tonsillitis.
Tonsillitis is chronic and acute. In acute form it is called angina. That is, tonsillitis is aggravation of tonsillitis.
Causes of enlarged tonsils in a child
The main cause of the disease is a decrease in immunity. When the defenses of the body weaken, it becomes an easy prey for infections. Inflammation of the tonsils in children is a huge danger to the body, because of its complications. Today it is scientifically proven that frequent tonsillitis is directly related to diseases of the heart, kidneys and reproductive system. This is not surprising, because the focus of infection is located directly in the body.
To prevent serious consequences, do not tighten, but in time consult a doctor for advice. On the hypertrophy (increase) of the tonsils in children the following signs say:
a sore throat;- it is difficult for the baby to swallow;
- the child has large tonsils;
- whitish coating on the glands;
- increased body temperature;
- sleepiness, lethargy;
- bad breath.
Treatment of enlarged tonsils in a child
A whole set of measures is used for treatment. First of all, the patient needs to comply with bed rest and drink a lot. This is a general recommendation for the treatment of diseases that occur with an increase in temperature. It is also necessary to gargle as often as possible. Washing of the tonsils does not cause unpleasant sensations in children, but it is very effective in coping with the infection.
Rinse with broths of herbs, especially those that have antibacterial effect. Chamomile is the best for this. You can also use sage and mint. To prepare the infusion, take 2 tablespoons for a glass of boiling water. You can wash your throat with a solution of salt or soda (a teaspoon in a glass). Good copes with its task and a solution of furatsilina (2 tablets grind and pour into a glass of warm water).
But do not forget that you can not straighten things out with one rinse. Angina is treated with antibiotics, a specialist should appoint them.
Cramping tonsils in children
If the tonsils in the child are greatly enlarged for a long time, they talk about chronic tonsillitis. It helps to get rid of a special operation - tonsillotomy. When it is carried out, a part of the glands, which protrude above the palatine arch, is cut off. But before you reduce the tonsils in a child, doctors weigh the pros and cons and usually wait for the end of puberty. This is done because by this age the tonsils can decrease in themselves.