Please Help I'm In Alot Of Pain

[Soibhan]

Are you sure it isn't strep? When I think of white spots in the throat, I think of strep. Anyway, there are throat losenges you can buy over-the-counter that "numb" the throat temporarily, throat sprays, gargling with warm salt water, drinking hot tea or hot chicken broth. Remember to drink lots of water and get plenty of rest as you're healing. Feel better soon!

[ScruffyGuy]

Hey, Ladybug... you're correct.

I'll have to apologize for that information.

I never looked up contagion issues with tonsillitis before. I just assumed it was not as during my childhood I had it and no one ever caught it -- and also because tons of kids I knew had it at various times and there was simply never a discussion regarding it being contagious between them, me, their families, etc.

Anyway... you know what happens when we "assume," so... Sorry about the misinformation -- and thanks for correcting me. I certainly don't mind if someone steps in to temper a mistake I may have made.

[smithn]

Salt-water gargles, hard candy or throat lozenges, and non-aspirin analgesics such as acetaminophen help relieve the pain and discomfort of your sore throat. Rest and drink plenty of fluids like tea, soup, and juice. A vaporizer or humidifier in your bedroom can help make you more comfortable as well. Yes, I've had this before - it's no fun!