Symptoms, course and complications of sore throat
The tonsils or glands are located on the sides and indeep in the throat. Their function in the body is to resist infections. If too many bacteria or viruses get into the throat, the tonsils "take the hit". Acute inflammation begins, accompanied by severe pain.
Tonsillitis in a child: external signsPhoto:Getty A clear sign of the disease is enlarged tonsils. Note how tonsillitis manifests itself in a child - the photo shows swelling, redness, white and yellow spots on the mucous membrane. Other symptoms also appear:
- a sharp pain in the throat;
- an increase in cervical lymph nodes;
- coryza;
- cough;
- bad smell from the mouth;
- the temperature is above + 38 ° C.
Distinguish the viral form of the disease from the bacterial oneimpossible by external symptoms. Angina lasts on average 2 weeks. Without properly selected medications, severe complications develop - tracheobronchitis, rheumatism, inflammation of the ears, kidneys and the inner lining of the heart.
Tonsillitis in a child: medical assistance and care
If you notice any symptoms in your baby,similar to sore throat, call a doctor immediately. The pediatrician will prescribe a throat culture test. If the disease is caused by streptococcus, antimicrobial sprays, antibiotics, antiseptic rinses are prescribed. In case of viral infection, antiviral drugs and immunostimulants are required. In the initial stage of the disease, painkillers and antipyretics are necessary. The task of parents is to provide the child with proper care, namely:
- Cooking soft food - mashed soups, milkshakes, cereals, jelly, ice cream.
- Drink a sick person every 1-2 hours. As beverages cool tea, fruit juices, jelly are suitable. Well removes swelling and irritation in the throat of water with a small amount of honey and lemon juice.
- Serve food and drink in a separate bowl. Wash thoroughly after use with a detergent.
- Ventilate the nursery a few times a day.
- Often change clothes and change bed linen.
- Soothe and distract the baby from uncomfortable sensations - include him a TV, read, tell tales.
To prevent the spread of infection, aftercontact with the patient, you should wash your hands. Communication with other children is not allowed. Timely medical care and parental care will help get rid of tonsillitis without dangerous consequences. If the disease recurs regularly, doctors recommend removing the tonsils. Also interesting:
