What should I do if my tonsils are festering?

Tonsillar suppuration is actually quite serious, so timely treatment measures should be taken. First of all, some antibiotics can be used to fight against some bacterial infections, and local medication is mainly to achieve the effect of analgesia and anti-inflammatory. It is recommended to drink plenty of water and rest.

1. Effective antibiotics are preferred

This disease is mainly caused by bacterial infection, mostly streptococcal infection, and penicillin antibiotics are the first choice for antibacterial and anti-inflammatory treatment. The route of administration is determined according to the severity of the disease. Those who are allergic to penicillin can choose cephalosporins or quinolones. If the patient's condition does not improve after 2 to 3 days of initial treatment, the cause should be analyzed or other types of antibiotics should be selected based on drug sensitivity tests.

2. Symptomatic treatment

When tonsillitis is complicated by high fever, headache and body aches, acetaminophen or ibuprofen can be used. People suffering from constipation should take Niuhuang Jiedu Tablets, which can not only relieve constipation but also reduce inflammation and swelling.

3. Topical medication

Through gargling, lozenges and sprays, the purpose of pain relief, disinfection, cleaning the oropharynx and helping to eliminate viscous secretions can be achieved. You can choose to apply 3% hydrogen peroxide, 1% zinc oxide solution, 1% to 2% iodine glycerin, 10% tannic acid glycerin, etc. on the surface of tonsils once a day, and 10 times constitute a course of treatment. Gargles can be made from compound borax solution, compound chlorhexidine gargle or 1:5000 furazolidone solution. Children can also gargle with warm sugar water.

4. General treatment

Rest in bed, eat liquid food and drink plenty of water to improve nutrition and keep bowel movements smooth. This disease is contagious and should be treated in isolation.

5. Traditional Chinese Medicine

The treatment is mainly focused on clearing away heat, detoxifying, relieving pain and dispersing nodules. Commonly used ones include Yinqiao Citrus Decoction or Qingyan Preservative Decoction. Chinese patent medicines include Qingkailing, Liushen Pills, etc.