Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Have Acute Tonsillitis. No Appetite. Difficulty In Swallowing. Relief With Gargling
Hello is acute tonsillitis bad? I have acute tonsillitis and I really don t have an appetite . I have antibiotics it s hard to swollow and at night I can t sleep because it feels like I can t breath. I have soup but not that good and I am drinking hot tea and Popsicles and cough dropped. I had a bowl movement and it came out yellow. I gargles salt water a bunch of times and it took the swelling in my glands down Nd a little of my toncels .
Thu, 26 Jul 2012
Hi,
Welcome to HealthcareMagic forum.
Acute tonsillitis can be disturbing. However most of them respond to antibiotics and anti-inflammatory measures. Rarely, a few may remain unresponsive needing surgical removal.
You are doing good job by taking your pills regularly and by performing salt water gargles. Continue it as suggested by your doctor.
A soft and less spicy diet can be better palatable than normal diet during this episode. Drink enough fluids for additional benefits.
If symptoms persist for more than a week, report back to your treating doctor to plan the next step of treatment.
Hope this answers your query.
I wish you a speedy recovery.
Regards
Welcome to HealthcareMagic forum.
Acute tonsillitis can be disturbing. However most of them respond to antibiotics and anti-inflammatory measures. Rarely, a few may remain unresponsive needing surgical removal.
You are doing good job by taking your pills regularly and by performing salt water gargles. Continue it as suggested by your doctor.
A soft and less spicy diet can be better palatable than normal diet during this episode. Drink enough fluids for additional benefits.
If symptoms persist for more than a week, report back to your treating doctor to plan the next step of treatment.
Hope this answers your query.
I wish you a speedy recovery.
Regards
I find this answer helpful
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Tonsil
Loading Online Doctors....