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what do I do about my tonsillitis?

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MrsWierdo
MrsWierdo

hi I'm 14 and I currently suffering from viral tonsillitis, the pain is excruciating and i find it hard to swallow , hence I have to spit into a tissue or cup , I also experience lock jaw and so I can't properly put anything in my mouth! I just checked today in the mirror and my tonsil has got alot bigger I went to the doctors and they said theres nothing they can do! I'm at a dead end right now and in just want to get better what should I do? no medicine is working and I'm become weak from not eating! I need help, should I go to the doctors again?

thanks

Megan xx

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  • ItAintMono
    ItAintMono MrsWierdo

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    Hey Megan, your doctor is probably right and they can't really do anything if it's viral.

    You could try taking some anti-viral supplements (I'm not sure which exactly, I think Garlic is supposed to be anti-viral) "get plenty of fluids" etc is another thing they usually tell you too.

    Not a doctor or medical advice etc. Hope you feel better soon! cheesygrin

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