How to Treat Tonsillitis at Home

　　Tonsillitis must not be overlooked. When inflammation occurs, prompt and proactive measures should be taken to treat and control it. If infection develops and leads to complications, the risks become significantly greater. So, if you develop tonsillitis, how can you manage it yourself?

　　Self-Management of Tonsillitis

　　Mild cases of tonsillitis can often be managed through general supportive care, antibiotic therapy, surgical intervention (when indicated), and dietary adjustments. Ensure adequate bed rest, drink plenty of fluids, consume soft or liquid foods, and maintain good oral hygiene. Keep indoor air fresh, and regulate room temperature and humidity appropriately. Practice respiratory isolation to prevent transmission and reduce the risk of complications. Antibiotic treatment is highly effective for bacterial tonsillitis. Vitamin C supplementation, penicillin, and macrolide antibiotics may be prescribed. In recurrent or chronic cases, tonsillectomy may be recommended once acute inflammation is under control.

　　Incorporate heat-clearing and detoxifying foods into your diet, such as mung bean soup, red bean porridge, cabbage, and white radish. Also include yin-nourishing and lung-moistening foods. Avoid spicy, pungent, fried, or otherwise irritating foods—including ginger, pepper, garlic, and fried dough sticks—and refrain from smoking or drinking alcohol. For symptomatic relief, iodine-containing lozenges may be used—1–2 tablets per dose, 3–4 times daily. This method is simple and effective. Alternatively, gargling with warm saline solution for approximately 5 minutes per session is also beneficial.

　　It is advisable to consume ample fruits and vegetables regularly to ensure adequate vitamin intake, maintain a balanced work–rest schedule, and cultivate healthy lifestyle habits. We hope this information proves helpful to you.