How Can I Treat Tonsillitis Without Antibiotics?

Are you resting enough?

Do you drink a lot of fluids to stay hydrated (at least 8 glasses of water a day)?

Do you drink warm beverages like warm teas with honey?

Do you know that ginger tea and fennel tea have strong anti-inflammatory effects?

Do you eat cold or frozen desserts or sip cold drinks?

Do you gargle with warm salt water (mix half a teaspoon of salt in about 120 ml of warm water)?

Do you suck on lozenges?

Do you use a humidifier?

Do you use over-the-counter medications such as paracetamol or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen?

Do you stay away from tobacco smoke, including passive smoke?

Based on your answers, there are several other ways to treat tonsillitis without antibiotics. You will need to rest for a few days and drink enough fluids to prevent dehydration. Proper hydration is especially important if you have a fever. You can sip warm tea with honey to reduce discomfort in the throat. Row honey has strong antibacterial properties, and certain teas, such as ginger and fennel teas, have an anti-inflammatory effect. Cold drinks can also be effective in treating pain, inflammation and swelling. You can eat ice cream, ice lollies or suck on ice chips. Gargling with salt water can also help relieve a sore throat.

Based on your answers, you know a lot about treating tonsillitis without antibiotics. Tonsillitis usually improves on its own within a week. To relieve symptoms, you can use lozenges that contain licorice, which have strong anti-inflammatory effects, or some other options with ingredients that can relieve pain. You should eat soft foods that are easy to chew and swallow. Dry air can further irritate your throat, so it is good to use a humidifier. If necessary, you can take over-the-counter medications such as paracetamol or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (ibuprofen). You should stay away from tobacco smoke (including passive smoke), as well as other respiratory tract irritants.