How to treat chronic tonsillitis

Chronic tonsillitis is a common ear, nose, and throat disorder, mainly characterized by recurring discomfort, pain, and difficulty swallowing in the throat. Treatments for chronic tonsillitis include:

1. Medication therapy, which involves using antibiotics to control acute infections, as well as anti-inflammatory drugs and analgesics to relieve symptoms. Enhancing the body's immunity through supplements such as vitamins and trace elements also helps reduce the recurrence of inflammation.

2. General care: Patients should maintain a regular作息 (sleep-wake cycle), drink plenty of water—generally recommending a daily intake of 2000 to 3000 milliliters—to keep the throat moist and alleviate dryness. Additionally, patients should avoid spicy and irritating foods such as chili peppers, ginger, and garlic, and consume more bland and easily digestible foods such as millet porridge and rice porridge.

3. Lifestyle modifications: Maintaining good oral hygiene, avoiding smoking and alcohol consumption, preventing excessive fatigue, and ensuring adequate sleep are all beneficial in reducing the occurrence of inflammation.

4. For patients with severe symptoms or frequent recurrences, surgical treatment is recommended. Surgical options typically include tonsillectomy, aiming to completely remove the infection source and prevent potentially serious complications.