Tonsilitis : Treatment and Prevention

Germs that cause viral and bacterial tonsilitis are contagious. Therefore, the best and most effective prevention is to practice good hygiene. Teach the child to;

·       Wash his/her hands thoroughly and frequently especially after the use of the toilet and before eating.

·       Avoid drinking glasses, water bottles, utensils or sharing food

·       And as a parent, replace his or her toothbrush after being diagnosed with tonsilitis.

Penicillin via oral administration for 10days is the most common antibiotic treatment. Ensure you consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking any drug.

Little facts that you should know about Tonsilitis

·       Tonsilitis can be both viral or bacterial

·       Tonsils play a part in the immune system especially in young children

·       Tonsils can be found both at the back of the tongue and behind the nose

·       Tonsilitis is contagious

·       Infected tonsils can cause sleep apnea (disturbance in sleep) alongside sore throat

·       Doctors still do tonsillectomy

 

~Dr. Favvy