“Can salt water gargling help in curing tonsillitis?”
My husband has been suffering from tonsillitis for the last 2 days and it is causing him immense throat pain. Can salt water gargling help in treating the condition?
3 Answers
PeriodontistTonsillitis
Hello,
He may have developed a PTA or peri-tonsillar abscess. If so, likely his glands may be swollen, and possibly run a temperature. There are also other issues that could be causing the severe pain. He should see an ENT doctor ASAP.
I would not utilize salt water for now, and ask the physician for advice once a diagnosis has been made. I hope that helps.
Dr. Steven Aeschliman, DDS, PS. Periodontist
He may have developed a PTA or peri-tonsillar abscess. If so, likely his glands may be swollen, and possibly run a temperature. There are also other issues that could be causing the severe pain. He should see an ENT doctor ASAP.
I would not utilize salt water for now, and ask the physician for advice once a diagnosis has been made. I hope that helps.
Dr. Steven Aeschliman, DDS, PS. Periodontist
Neal C. Raval
Periodontist
Salt water reduces the amount of bacteria he will have in his mouth. This will certainly help w his sore throat, also use lozenges to keep the throat moist. Wish you speedy recovery!