
Q Does Korean medicine treatment cure tonsillitis completely, or does it only reduce the recurrence frequency?
A Rather than a complete cure, the realistic goal is to reduce recurrence frequency and symptom intensity. Strengthening the immune foundation makes the body react less to the same triggers.
Detailed Answer
Unless the tonsils themselves are removed, it is difficult to guarantee that tonsillitis will never occur again. In particular, a growing child's immune system is still developing, so the tonsil function that responds to external stimuli cannot be completely eliminated.
The Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
The realistic goal of Korean medicine treatment is to reduce recurrences from 6-8 times a year to 1-2 times, and to shorten the intensity and recovery period of symptoms when they do occur. When lung-stomach function is strengthened, the body defends faster even when the same bacteria invade, so in many cases it does not progress to high fever or severe swelling. Generally, after 3 or more months of treatment, you can feel the change in the recurrence pattern.
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My tonsillitis is severe and I've already scheduled surgery. Is it worth trying Korean medicine treatment?
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My child is pre-school age. Is Korean medicine treatment actually effective at this age?
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My child has frequent tonsillitis recurrence and also has rhinitis. Can one herbal medicine treat both together?
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