Holes in tonsils
Holes in the tonsils are formed due to the fact that they have become loose in structure. The most common reason for this is the common cold. Loose tonsils refers to the formation of an excess amount of lymphoid tissue, since lymphatic tissue is the basis of the tonsils.
Lymphocytes in the cells of the tonsils react to a viral and bacterial disease by producing antibodies to subsequently neutralize the threat. The tonsils play the role of the first obstacle to the penetration of viruses and microbes through the oral cavity. The inflammation and spongy structure of the tonsils speaks of the body's immune response to danger.
In some cases, prolonged inflammation can lead to the formation of holes in the tonsils, which are called lacunae. Food debris can accumulate in these holes, which will only aggravate the development of inflammatory diseases such as laryngitis, and pharyngitis.
Over time, holes in the tonsils form, which have a yellow, gray or white tint, and also have an unpleasant odor.
Inflammation of the tonsils is accompanied by an increase in the amount of lymphoid tissue
In any case, through a mirror, a person can see only a small part of those accumulations of pus that are present in his throat. When pressing on the tonsils, you can squeeze out a certain amount of purulent discharge, however, this cannot be considered an effective method of treatment.
As a rule, the formation of purulent plugs gives a sensation of a foreign body in the throat and is accompanied by an unpleasant odor.
If blood poisoning occurs, then the appearance of a hole in the tonsil may be accompanied by a number of other symptoms, among which are:
- sore throat;
- pyelonephritis in the kidneys;
- cystitis in the bladder;
- sinusitis in the maxillary sinus;
- toothache in the mouth.
Leaving holes in the tonsils unattended, whatever it is, is highly discouraged.. After all, their presence indicates that a dangerous inflammatory process is raging in the body, and the walls of the throat are full of purulent secretions.
All this negatively affects the body's immunity and can lead to blood poisoning and imminent death.
Treatment
If you find yourself or your child alarming symptoms, it is necessary to consult a doctor as soon as possible for a diagnosis.
Having received the results of tests for antibodies in a patient, the doctor prescribes the most effective in a particular situation.
Holes in the tonsils are clogged with purulent plugs that should not be removed on their own.
In most cases, it is necessary to resort to antibiotic therapy. Also applied and, which are carried out strictly under the supervision of a doctor. Flushing out pus helps to reduce the size of the tonsils.
For often used infusion of calendula in alcohol. Another remedy is also sea salt dissolved in water. Your doctor may also prescribe an antibacterial spray high in propolis to use shortly before bedtime. However, such sprays are contraindicated for people allergic to honey.
Prevention
In addition to the use of antibiotics and decoctions of sage, chamomile, eucalyptus and calendula you can start to harden the body but only with the permission of the attending physician.
At the same time, it is necessary to monitor how effective the methods of treatment are in getting rid of white plaque and purulent plugs, since may need to change antibacterial and antiviral agents.
In cases where drug treatment does not have the desired effect, one has to resort to surgical intervention and perform an operation to remove the palatine tonsils.
This should be done only in case of loss of their protective functions, since after that they become only carriers of the infection. Moreover, diseases of the tonsils can negatively affect the heart, blood vessels and bones.
