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How To Relieve Possible Tonsillitis With Abscess And Bleeding?
Two weeks ago I went to the Dr with a sore throat and was told I had tonsillitis and a abscess. I was prescribed antibiotics but it doesn t seem to be getting better. Now when I gargle salt water there is blood. I can t see the dr until monday and have run out of antibiotics.
Tue, 16 Sep 2014
Hi,
You better do Betadine gargles rather than salt water that will help you. Drink plenty of water and do see your Doctor ASAP to check your throat.
You better do Betadine gargles rather than salt water that will help you. Drink plenty of water and do see your Doctor ASAP to check your throat.
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