Soreness, Streptococcus Pyogenes, Tonsils, White blood cells, Toothache tree
Root Cause of Disease
Tonsillitis, or swelling of the tonsils, is usually caused by a viral infection. But it can also be caused by strep bacteria, Streptococcus pyogenes. Parents of young children are all too familiar with the symptoms of this type of tonsillitis, also known as strep throat. These can include fever, a sore throat, and swelling in the lymph nodes and tonsils
Symptoms
Tonsillitis most commonly affects children between preschool ages and the mid-teenage years. Common signs and symptoms of tonsillitis include
- Red, swollen tonsils
- White or yellow coating or patches on the tonsils
- Sore throat
- Difficult or painful swallowing
- Fever
- Enlarged, tender glands (lymph nodes) in the neck
- A scratchy, muffled or throaty voice
- Bad breath
- Stomachache
- Neck pain or stiff neck
- Headache
Causes
Tonsils are your first line of defense against illness. They produce white blood cells that help your body fight infection. Tonsillitis is most often caused by common viruses, but bacterial infections also can be the cause.
The most common bacterium causing tonsillitis is Streptococcus pyogenes (group A streptococcus), the bacterium that causes strep throat. Other strains of strep and other Tonsillitis can occur at any age and is a common childhood illness. Doctors most often diagnose it in children from preschool age through their mid-teens.
The pathogens that trigger tonsillitis can pass to others, and a variety of common viruses and bacteria can cause it. Tonsillitis-causing microorganisms include Streptococcal bacteria. Tonsillitis caused by strep throat can lead to serious complications without
Home Remedies to treat Tonsillitis
Remedy – 1: Gargling
Materials: Lemon juice, Salt, Pepper, Turmeric powder and boiled water
Procedure:
- Add 25 ml of lemon juice to 100 ml of boiled water
- In boiled water 5 grams of salt, pepper, and turmeric powder are added.
- When the amount of water is reduced to 50 – 60 ml, it is used for gargling.
- Gargling for 2 -3 days gives relief from pain and reduces swelling.
Product Links: Turmeric, Lemon, Black Pepper
Remedy – 2: Gargling 2
Materials: Table salt, Turmeric powder, Neem powder
Procedure:
- Take water, add two pinches of table salt, four pinches of turmeric powder, and four pinches of neem powder
- Heat for 2 minutes.
- When it is still warm and tolerable to mouth, use it for gargling
- Do it 5 – 6 times a day
Product Links: Turmeric Powder, Neem Powder
Remedy – 3: Tejowha
Materials: Tejowha (toothache) tree thorn, Lemon
Procedure:
- The thorns of tejohwa tree are collected.
- They are rubbed with lemon juice and a fine paste is made.
- This paste is applied to the neck (in areas of swelling).
- 1 – 2 pinches can also be eaten.
- It helps in pacifying redness and swelling effectively.
Product Links: Fresh Lemon
Remedy – 4:
Materials: Milk, Turmeric powder, Black pepper
Procedure:
- Take a warm glass of milk and half a tablespoon of turmeric powder with a pinch of black pepper powder.
- Mix all the ingredients properly to get a fine concoction.
- Drink this milk in the evening before going to bed.
- Follow this home remedy regularly to get rid of tonsillitis.
Product links: Turmeric Powder, Black Pepper, Milk
Other Remedies
Fenugreek
This home remedy, fenugreek is also known as Methi. It has antibacterial properties, which make it one of the best home remedies for tonsillitis because it can help to kill bacteria that cause tonsillitis. Also, it has anti-inflammatory properties that will give you relief from inflammation and pain.
You should add 2 tablespoons of fenugreek seeds to 2 – 3 cups of water. You should allow it to simmer for thirty minutes. You should strain it and let it cool. You should gargle with this home remedy for at least thirty seconds, and then you should spit it out. You should repeat this natural treatment 2 times per day until tonsillitis goes away.
Cinnamon
This home remedy, cinnamon can be used as a natural treatment for tonsillitis. It is rich in antimicrobial properties that can inhibit the growth of bacteria and other microorganisms in the tonsils, and it can help to reduce inflammation, pain, and swelling.
In one glass of hot water, you should add one teaspoon of cinnamon powder. You should mix in 2 teaspoons of honey. Sip it on slowly while this home remedy is still warm. You should drink this home remedy 2 or 3 times per day for a period of one week.
Mint
This home remedy, Mint has antimicrobial properties, which can help to kill viruses and bacteria that cause tonsillitis. Also, it has menthol, which can soothe the irritated mucus membranes and it will give you relief from the symptoms of tonsillitis. In one glass of water, you should boil a handful of mint leaves. You should allow this home remedy to boil until the water is reduced to half. You should strain it and then add one teaspoon of honey and drink this home remedy while it is still warm. You should drink this home remedy 2 or 3 times per day for a period of a few days. Also, you can gargle with mint–flavored mouthwash several times per day as long as you have tonsillitis.
Basil
This is a very effective home remedy that can be used for the natural treatment of tonsillitis because it has anti-inflammatory and antiviral properties. Also, it has soothing and healing properties, which can help to reduce swelling and it will speed up the healing process.
You should add ten to twelve basil leaves to one and ½ cups of water. You should boil it for ten minutes. You should strain it and then add the juice from one lemon to this home remedy. If you want, you can add one teaspoon of honey to it. This product will sweeten your home remedy, but also it has many health benefits that are good for your overall health. You should drink this tea 3 times per day for a period of 2 – 3 days.
Preventions
- Stay away from people who are displaying active symptoms. If you have tonsillitis, try to keep it away from others until the pathogens are no longer transmissible.
- Make sure you and your child practice good hygiene habits. Wash your hands often, especially after coming into contact with someone who has a sore throat, or is coughing or sneezing.
- Avoid sharing food, drinking glasses, water bottles, or utensils
- Replace his or her toothbrush after being diagnosed with tonsillitis
