Palatine tonsils - this paired organ is elongatedoval form, consisting of lymphoid tissue and located on posterolateral surfaces of the throat. If you look into the wide open mouth, they can be seen on either side of the palatal tongue.

The purpose of the tonsils is to be the guardians of the entrancethe gates of the body, nose and throat, and prevent the penetration of any pathogenic agents from the external environment. As the first line of defense of the body's immune system, they are constantly exposed to the attacks of bacteria and viruses, and in a healthy state are quite able to cope with their task. With a general decrease in immunity and infection, the tonsils can stop performing their functions. Their tortuous lacuna is clogged with purulent caseous plugs, which serve as a "nutrient compost" for the multiplication of pathogens. So there is chronic tonsillitis.

Symptoms of tonsillitis.

1. Waste of vital activity of pathogenicmicroorganisms enter the blood and lymph and serve as a constant source of intoxication. The patient develops an increased fatigue and a depressed mood, often this condition is called the syndrome of chronic fatigue. Also there are pains in different organs, especially in the joints, for a long time the subfebrile temperature can hold.
2. A very characteristic symptom of the disease is a strongan unpleasant smell from the mouth, which causes negative reactions of others and emotional discomfort of a person suffering from tonsillitis. Throat pershit, swallowing, and in some cases breathing, is difficult.
3. Tonsils serve as a constant source of infection(most often cocci nature), which can be spread throughout the body and provoke inflammation in the target organs: joints, heart, kidneys, prostate gland, ovaries, maxillary sinuses.
4. There is a vicious circle: infection from tonsils spreads through the body, which leads to frequent illnesses. In turn, these diseases further weaken the immune system, and tonsillitis develops further.

Treatment of chronic tonsillitis.

Objective number 1 in the treatment of chronic angina -restoration of the immune status of the affected organ. For this, washing of the tonsils with subsequent treatment with antiseptics is prescribed. After the course of the procedures, the ability to self-purge from the plugs is restored, the symptoms of general intoxication are gradually smoothed out.

Objective No. 2 - restoration and strengthening of general immunity. For this, hardening procedures are recommended, immunocorrectors are prescribed.

Objective 3 - to prevent relapse of the disease, thatis achieved by maintaining the general immune status of the organism (healthy lifestyle, nutrition, timely sanitation of carious teeth, treatment of chronic diseases). It is also recommended to carry out preventive washing of tonsils 2 times a year, in autumn and in spring.

With conservative treatment of chronictonsillitis traditionally appointed local procedures: rinsing and flushing of the throat with the help of cannula and ultrasound followed by anti-inflammatory treatment, as well as inhalation and irrigation with mucous antiseptic solutions.

There is an opinion that the only effective methodtreatment of chronic tonsillitis - removal of palatine tonsils. In fact, without surgery, you can do in many cases, it is recommended only for severe complications and concomitant heart diseases.

Irrigation of tonsils with mild formschronic tonsillitis can be done alone. If you decide to perform the procedure at home, you need a 20.0 syringe and any disinfectant (pure boiled water with furacillin, chlorophyllipt, iodine, herb infusions), during a period of exacerbation with the same solutions several times a day it is useful to gargle. It is important to remember the general hygiene requirements, do not forget to handle tools and hands before any manipulation.

A very effective method of treating chronic angina- Vacuum washing of tonsils, which allows not only to completely eliminate the plugs, but also to improve the tissue of the pharynx as a whole. This procedure is carried out in special medical centers using ultrasound.

Regular washing of tonsils, hardening,reception of vitamin drinks and other actions to strengthen the general and local immunity can cope with chronic tonsillitis without surgical intervention and restore the protective function of palatine tonsils. The only thing that is required of you - consistency and coherence in the implementation of all recommendations.