Can You Shrink Enlarged Tonsils

Enlarged tonsils are common. Treatment depends on the size of the tonsils and whether they interfere with eating, sleeping, or breathing. Most of the time treatment is not necessary. But sometimes, the doctor might recommend a medicine to shrink the tonsils or surgery to remove them (a tonsillectomy).

How do you shrink inflamed tonsils?

1. Drink plenty of fluids.
2. Get lots of rest.
3. Gargle with warm salt water several times a day.
4. Use throat lozenges.
5. Eat popsicles or other frozen foods.
6. Use a humidifier to moisten the air in your home.
7. Avoid smoke.
8. Take acetaminophen or ibuprofen to reduce pain and inflammation.

Will enlarged tonsils shrink in adults?

The tonsils typically shrink with age; but for some people, this does not happen. As a result, the tonsils can become overwhelmed and infected.