TONSIL
Since the increase in the frequency of infection actually paves the way for complications, there is no other choice and it may be necessary to decide on surgery. Several factors are very important in the decision to operate.
Two tissue masses at the back of our throat, called tonsils, act like filters and catch microbes that can enter the respiratory tract and cause infection. In addition, since these tissues are a member of the lymphatic system, they produce antibodies to fight microorganisms. However, sometimes these tissues themselves become infected and become swollen and inflamed due to bacteria or viruses. This condition is generally called tonsil infection.
Tonsil infection is common, especially in childhood. This situation may recur frequently.
Causes and Symptoms
Bacterial and viral infections can cause tonsil infections. The most common causative agent is Beta Hemolytic Streptococcus. The main symptom is swelling, pain and sometimes difficulty breathing. In addition, it may be accompanied by fever, joint pain, abdominal pain, earache, loss of appetite, weakness, headache and vomiting.
Tonsil Throat Treatment
In acute cases, antibiotic treatment is essential. However, in some cases, when the patient begins to experience these acute attacks quite frequently, there is no solution other than surgery as a treatment option. In fact, we would not want an organ that is within the body's protection mechanism to be removed by surgery. Since the increase in the frequency of infection actually paves the way for complications, there is no other choice and it may be necessary to decide on surgery. Several factors are very important in the decision to operate. Patients who have more than 5 attacks in a year are suitable for surgery. Additionally, having 4 attacks in 2 consecutive years also requires surgery. Apart from the number of cases, complications in the patient, such as acute joint rheumatism, are also among the conditions that require surgery. In some patients, eating, sleeping and breathing problems due to the excessively large tonsil mass may be the reason for the operation. If patients have developmental delay due to infections, this is also a reason for surgery.
