Ear, Nose and Throat
Tonsillitis- Thyroid – Hypothyroidism
- Thyroid – Hyperthyroidism
Tonsillitis
Tonsils are lymph nodes present on the either side of the throat. When the tonsils get infected it leads to a condition known as tonsillitis.
Types –
- Acute tonsillitis
- Chronic tonsillitis
- Recurrent tonsillitis
- Acute tonsillitis
Tonsillitis which last for 10 days or less is considered as acute tonsillitis.
- Chronic tonsillitis
If the symptoms last longer than 10 days it is considered as chronic tonsillitis.
- Recurrent tonsillitis
If the tonsillitis keeps reappearing again and again such that 4-8 times in a year it may be considered as recurrent tonsillitis.
- Bacterial infection can be caused by streptococcus pyrogens.
- Viral infection can be caused by rhinovirus, adenovirus, influenza virus, parainfluenza viru
Bacterial tonsillitis is most common in kids while viral tonsillitis is more common in adults.
Living or working in areas exposed to virus and bacteria can cause tonsillitis.
- Difficulty while swallowing
- Sore throat
- Bad breath
- Change in voice
- Swelling and redness in the tonsils
- White spots may appear on the tonsils
- Swelling or tenderness in jaw or neck region
- Headache
- Fever
- Stiffness of neck
Your doctor may advice any of these investigations for diagnosis –
- Check for swelling or redness of tonsil
- CBC
- Throat culture
Tonsillitis, if not treated on time may lead to the following complications –
- Difficulty in breathing
- Difficulty in sleeping
- Pus formation in the tonsils
Drink enough water to keep your throat moist and to prevent dehydration, salt water gargle, avoid irritant like smoke and any such products, steam and proper rest.
FOODS TO EAT- Unrefined oil
- Green leafy vegetables
- Berries
- Herbs
- Nuts
- Seeds
- Omega rich foods
- Processed food
- High sugar rich foods
- Refined oil
- Low quality animal products
- Common allergens like dairy products , gluten
Every individual is different from the other.
So how can the treatment be same?
Of course everyone should be given a satisfying treatment.
In homoeopathy every patient is offered an individualized treatment leading to a permanent cure. In homoeopathy we do not treat you in parts i.e. head, heart, kidney, liver, gallbladder, rather we treat you as a whole by thoroughly understanding your symptoms.
Homoeopathic remedies are gentle, effective, palatable (sweet taste), have no side effects and are not addictive.
When a patient books an appointment with us for the first time, we spend around one to one and a half hours to know about the patient, the past history, family history, present complaints in detail and also suggest Investigations where necessary, on the basis of which we can decide the indicated remedy for your permanent cure.
Homoeopathy is one of the safest and best mode of treatment for TONSILLITIS which gives a permanent cure. It not only relieves the symptoms but also removes the root cause of the disease.
Tonsillitis is an indication that you have low immunity and homoeopathy medicines will help you increase your immunity. It will reduce the intensity of the pain. Homeopathy medicines will help you avoid the surgery and thus protect your tonsils.
If you have other medicines and are suffering from its side effects, homoeopathy also helps you to get rid of those side effects.
We are hereby mentioning a few medicines which on proper case taking can help to select the remedy for tonsillitis and cure the patient.
ADVICE : Taking homoeopathic medicine without consulting an homeopathic Doctor is not recommended.Thyroid – Hypothyroidism
Thyroid is a gland which secretes thyroid hormone. It is a butterfly shaped gland. The thyroid hormone regulates the body’s metabolism. Thyroid gland regulates your metabolism so that all your cells function efficiently. So it affects every cell in the body.
Too much of thyroid hormone speeds up the metabolism which is seen in Hyperthyroidism.
Metabolism slowing down is seen Hypothyroidism.
Different diseases of the thyroid gland –
- Goitre
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Thyroid nodules
- Thyroid cancer
- Hashimoto’s disease
- Graves’ disease
In hypothyroidism the thyroid gland is underactive and unable to secrete required level of hormones.
- Thyroid hormone resistance
- Hashimoto’s thyroiditis
- Radiation therapy
- Treatment of hyperthyroidism
- Slow heart rate
- Fatigue / Tiredness
- Memory weakness
- Muscle aches / cramps
- Puffy face / edema
- Weight gain
- Constipation
- Dry skin
- Increased sensitivity to cold
- Depression
- Lack of concentration
- Sore throat
- Dry skin
- Hair fall
- Palpitations
- Recurrent sore throat
- High triglycerides
- Anemia
- Loss of lateral eyebrow
- Goitre (swelling)
- Heavy periods / menstrual Irregularities
- Infertility—secondary cause of Hypothyroidism
- Urticaria
- Moodiness / Irritability
- Family history of hypothyroidism
- Lack of interest or pleasure
- Brittle nails
Your doctor may suggest the following tests –
Blood test to measure the level of
T3 triiodothyronine
T4 thyroxine
TSH Thyroid stimulating hormone
The pituitary gland releases TSH which stimulates the thyroid glands to release its hormones. A high TSH level and low T3 T4 indicates hypothyroidism.
These tests can confirm if there is Auto-Immune Thyroiditis –
AMA – Anti Microsomal Antibody
ATG – Anti Thyroid Globulin
Regular exercise, eating well and smart lifestyle choices along with treatment can help control the symptoms
Every individual is different from the other.
So how can the treatment be same?
Of course everyone should be given a satisfying treatment.
In homoeopathy every patient is offered an individualized treatment leading to a permanent cure. In homoeopathy we do not treat you in parts i.e. head, heart, kidney, liver, gallbladder, rather we treat you as a whole by thoroughly understanding your symptoms.
Homoeopathic remedies are gentle, effective, palatable (sweet taste), have no side effects and are not addictive.
When a patient books an appointment with us for the first time, we spend around one to one and a half hours to know about the patient, the past history, family history, present complaints in detail and also suggest Investigations where necessary, on the basis of which we can decide the indicated remedy for your permanent cure.
Hypothyroidism in homoeopathy can be treated safely and permanently without any side effects
If you have been taking some medicines since a very long time and you are suffering from its side effects, homoeopathy will also help in getting rid of these side effects.
We are hereby mentioning a few medicines which on proper case taking can help to select the remedy for thyroid and cure the patient.
ADVICE :Taking homoeopathic medicine without consulting an homeopathic Doctor is not recommended.Thyroid – Hyperthyroidism
Thyroid is a gland which secretes thyroid hormone. It is a butterfly shaped gland. The thyroid hormone regulates the body’s metabolism. Thyroid gland regulates your metabolism so that all your cells function efficiently. So it affects every cell in the body.
Too much of thyroid hormone speeds up the metabolism which is seen in Hyperthyroidism.
Metabolism slowing down is seen Hypothyroidism.
Different diseases of the thyroid gland –
- Goitre
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Thyroid nodules
- Thyroid cancer
- Hashimoto’s disease
- Graves’ disease
Anything in excess is poison and same goes with our thyroid gland as well. If the thyroid gland is overactive and it produces excess thyroid hormone it leads to a condition called hyperthyroidism.
- Thyroiditis
- Excessive intake of thyroid hormone
- Functioning adenoma and toxic multinodular goiter (TMNG)
- Excessive iodine intake
- Abnormal secretion of TSH
- Weight loss
- Bulging eyes
- Nervousness
- Restlessness
- Thinning of hair
- Brittle nails
- Increased Sweating
- Disturbed sleep
- Anxiety
- Muscle weakness
- Intolerance to heat
- Tremors
- Frequent bowel movements
- Rapid heart rate
- Family history of Thyroid disease or Diabetes
- Scanty menstruation
- Infertility
- Excessive of vomiting during pregnancy
- First Trimester Miscarriage
Your doctor may suggest the following tests –
Blood test to measure the level of
T3 triiodothyronine
T4 thyroxine
TSH Thyroid stimulating hormone
The pituitary gland releases TSH which stimulates the thyroid glands to release its hormones. A low TSH level and high T3 T4 indicates hyperthyroidism.
If left untreated, it can lead to serious conditions like heart problems, thyrotoxicosis, brittle nails and eye problems.
Regular exercise, eating well and stress management can help control the symptoms.
Every individual is different from the other.
So how can the treatment be same?
Of course everyone should be given a satisfying treatment.
In homoeopathy every patient is offered an individualized treatment leading to a permanent cure. In homoeopathy we do not treat you in parts i.e. head, heart, kidney, liver, gallbladder, rather we treat you as a whole by thoroughly understanding your symptoms.
Homoeopathic remedies are gentle, effective, palatable (sweet taste), have no side effects and are not addictive.
When a patient books an appointment with us for the first time, we spend around one to one and a half hours to know about the patient, the past history, family history, present complaints in detail and also suggest Investigations where necessary, on the basis of which we can decide the indicated remedy for your permanent cure.
Hyperthyroidism in homoeopathy can be treated safely and permanently without any side effects.
If you have been taking some medicines since a very long time and you are suffering from its side effects, homoeopathy will also help in getting rid of these side effects.
We are hereby mentioning a few medicines which on proper case taking can help to select the remedy for thyroid and cure the patient.
ADVICE : Taking homoeopathic medicine without consulting an homeopathic Doctor is not recommended.