1. Shrinking the Tonsils
In 2000, the Federal Food and Drug Administration approved a procedure as an alternative to a tonsillectomy, which removes the tonsils entirely. This new technique, called somnoplasty, instead shrinks the tonsils by using tiny needle electrodes, which are inserted into the tonsils. The needles emit an energy wave which burns away the tonsil tissues and kills cells. The tonsils then start to shrink and minimize all on their own.
This procedure does not carry with it many of the debilitating side effects that a tonsillectomy does. Tonsillectomies often leave the patient with difficulty swallowing for two weeks after surgery. This newer procedure takes just about one hour to perform and can be done with a local anesthetic. It has shown to reduce bleeding and the post operative pain that is a likely consequence of a traditional tonsillectomy.
If you feel that you might be a candidate for this procedure, speak with your doctor.
2. Naturopathic Remedies
There are a variety of naturopathic remedies that seek to prevent having tonsils removed. Often a total body cleanse is recommended to rid the body of the chronic infection that is inciting the recurrent episodes of tonsillitis. In addition, cleansing the lymphatic system through diet, herbs, massage, hydrotherapy and specific exercises for the throat are often employed to wipe out infection and promote throat health.
If you are interested in seeking the care of a naturopathic doctor, seek out a qualified physician who has a Doctor of Natural Medicine (N.D.) degree.
3. Antiobiotics
Antibiotics are often administered to clear a tonsillitis infection. But since a person who has chronic tonsillitis gets infections often, taking repeated courses of antibiotics has the potential to render the antibiotics ineffective, thereby building up drug resistance.
4. Homeopathic Remedies
There are homeopathic kits that work to prevent tonsillitis infection and insure long-lasting relief from this condition. One such kit created by the company Biogetica includes the use of ayurvedic herbs, homotoxologic and resonance homeopathic remedies, along with nutraceuticals and biotech products, which all work to naturally reduce inflammation and mucosal irritation caused by the infection. The kits are designed to stimulate the lymphatic system and coax it to function optimally to ensure proper lymphatic drainage.
Since the Federal Food and Drug Administration has not approved this product, its safety and efficacy cannot be substantiated. Therefore, it is best to speak with a trained homeopathic doctor before purchasing such a kit
