What are some good home remedies for tonsillitis?Okay, Friday night half way through my shift at work I started feeling really sick, and this weekend was my brother's wedding so I've been overly active and haven't got much rest. I have a ton to do tomorrow, and I have to work Tuesday. My throat is really swollen and sore, I can't talk and it hurts to swallow I also just today developed a runny nose. I've been taking ibuprofren for my fever and ricola for my throat. Is it true that if you have tonsillitis and also a runny nose it's caused by a virus? If it's a virus I don't need antibiotics right? Also I read that tonsillitis is closely related to mono (while I googled home remedies for tonsillitis), is that true? I've had mono before and hope I never ever get it again. Anyway, what can I do to make it to work on Tuesday? (RN's please Answer!)
Molly
I am not an RN, but if you want to check out this website for home remedies you can. I have never tried them, but it is worth a shot to look at.
Tigger
Whatever you've got, you are very sick. I'm not an RN, but I've dealt with a few Battle Royales with this stuff- or something like it.
There are indeed a large number of viruses that can cause your symptoms.
Try letting a spoon full of honey melt down your throat: Unless you have allergies, it won't hurt you. And it will sooth your throat as well as many OTC medications, and without the side effects. Also, try to drink lots of hot salty stuff. I've found beef bouillon to be very effective in making me less miserable.
Get as much rest as you can: Your body is saying it needs some down-time.
I can't guarantee that you'll be well able to work Tuesday- but you probably will feel a LOT better.
Good luck!
wicked
U may think this is all gonna sound like a load of crap but here goes anyway (cos i care).
I have never had it..my mates have and i have told them to do this and it worked for them, even though they thought i was nuts.
U need to eat dry foods especially toast! as much as it's gonna hurt to swallow and feel like it's ripping ur throat, it's also helping a gr8 deal.
One mate cudnt do it, now she keeps getting sick and still thinks im weird lol. The others have thanked me greatly for the weird advice and havent had any throat dramas since then.
Honey is also great.
Gdlk (not an RN)
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