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On antibiotics for tonsillitis but in lots of pain. what are some home remedies for tonsillitis?

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Tonsillitis: Gargling with warm salt water is helpful. Sucking on hard candies or even ice. Acetaminophen and ibuprofen can ease the pain.

Answered 6/10/2015

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