Homeopathy
Homeopathic treatment is considered effective by some people with swollen tonsils. Treatment should be individual, according to causes and symptoms. It is advisable to seek advice from a specialist.
For example, phytolacca can be used when the swollen almonds are dark red, there is stabbing pain, difficulty swallowing, fatigue, the tongue is coated in the middle and hot drinks increase the pain. Instead, Apis mellifica can be supportive if the swollen tonsils are fire red, the uvula is swollen, the throat and pharynx feel swollen, the mouth is dry but not thirsty and swallowing difficulties occur especially when eating and drinking. In addition, hepar sulfuris can be supportive in purulent tonsillitis when there is intense, stabbing pain radiating to the ear and sensitivity to cold and tension.
Mercurius can also be used for painful, purulent tonsillitis with bad breath and increased salivation. Lachesis can also be used to relieve unilateral swollen tonsils and sore throats that are aggravated by warm drinks. Belladonna and other substances can also have a supportive effect.
As a rule, 5 globules 3 times a day, in suitable potency agreed with the specialist, are recommended. If the symptoms do not improve or worsen, a doctor should definitely be consulted. Homeopathic measures do not replace conventional medical treatment.
Home remedies
The duration of the swollen tonsils can vary greatly depending on the cause and circumstances. In the case of an uncomplicated, acute tonsillitis, the symptoms usually subside after 3-5 days. Often the disease is completely cured after 1-2 weeks without any permanent damage.
In some cases, however, tonsillitis can last longer than three months. Some authors refer to this as chronic tonsillitis. Others already define tonsillitis that lasts longer than two weeks as a chronic disease.
Other authors speak of chronic tonsillitis if it occurs several times a year. The number is also controversially discussed. There are also authors who make the definition of chronic tonsillitis dependent on the clinical picture, i.e. the symptoms of the person affected. Finally, it remains the task of the attending physician to assess individually and recommend appropriate measures.
