Ayurveda Approach  to Tonsilitis

Tonsils are two lymph nodes located at the back of the throat, that act as the first line of defence against infections.

Symptoms: 

Sore throat

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Difficulty swallowing

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Tender lymph nodes on the sides of the neck

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Fever

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Most cases of tonsillitis are caused by viral or bacterial infection.

It is of three types - 

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Acute

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Chronic

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Recurrent

In Ayurveda, tonsillitis, or Tundikeri, stems from Kapha imbalance due to Kapha-increasing foods and poor oral hygiene.

Ayurveda Remedies

Boil a spoon of triphala powder in a cup of water, strain and use this for  gargling the throat.

Inhale steam with water boiled with tulsi leaves.

Keep sipping on warm water to avoid dehydration.

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Ayurveda Remedies

Eat warm foods like soups seasoned with pepper.

Heat sea salt, tie in a muslin cloth and apply over your throat for relief.

Mix grated ginger with honey and consume 3 times a day.

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Consult an Ayurveda doctor for a personalized treatment to reduce the intensity and incidence of tonsillitis.