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I have tonsillitis and i have tried ice packs, gargling salt water, nothing i seem to do will make the pain go away. is there something else i can try?
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Suggestions: Cepacol lozenges, tylenol, (acetaminophen) and advil. If it continues then get culture to make sure not strep. Novacaine gel can help.
Answered 4/24/2013
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