Question #20863
86 days ago
10,304
Tonsillitis - #20863
Susan nduku
I have recurring tonsillitis which affect my voice... difficult to swallow and swelling glands....is there remedy to get completely healed and prevent from recurring. Treated with antibiotics like ampliclox, amoxicillin, chlorophenical, pmc, tridex syrup but it keep recurring every month
Age: 18
Chronic illnesses: I was treated malaria last month
done
Question is closed
FREE! Ask an Ayurvedic Doctor — 24/7,
100% Anonymous
100% Anonymous
Get expert answers anytime,
completely confidential.
No sign-up needed.
completely confidential.
No sign-up needed.

Doctors’ responses
Avoid chilled and processed food.
OroT gargle twice a day.
Tab.Septillin
2-0-2
1387 answered questions
49% best answers
done
Accepted response
0 replies
Gargling with warm triphala kwath.
Laxmi Laxmivilas ras 2-0-2
Tab. Sukshma triphala vati 2-0-2
Avoid Cold, sour food
Oil Pulling with sesame oil regularly
153 answered questions
42% best answers
0 replies
Sithophaladi churna- 1/4 th tsp with honey twice daily
Giloy ghan vati- 1 tab twice daily after food with lukewarm water
Triphala decoction- mouth gargle twice daily
Avoid cold, fried, and spicy foods.
No cold drinks, ice cream, or yogurt at night.
Eat warm, soft, and easy-to-digest foods.
Drink warm water with a pinch of turmeric or ginger.
1827 answered questions
38% best answers
0 replies
It’s quite concerning when tonsillitis keeps coming back, and I understand how frustrating it can be for it to affect your voice and swallowing. From an Ayurvedic perspective, recurrent tonsillitis suggests an imbalance that needs addressing more holistically. The key lies in understanding the dosha imbalances, mainly the Kapha dosha, responsible for phlegm and congestion, along with Ama (toxins) accumulation that could be weakening your immune system.
Firstly, I would suggest examining your **diet** and lifestyle routines. Avoid cold and refrigerated food items, as they tend to increase Kapha and Ama. Opt for warm foods and drinks. Ginger tea, especially with honey and lemon, might be particularly beneficial due to its warming and immune-supporting properties. Also, incorporate foods like turmeric and black pepper which support your digestive fire (Agni) and reduce inflammation.
Considering **dietary habits**, focus on easily digestible meals that don’t tax your system. Khichdi, made from rice and mung dal, with some ghee, is gentle on the stomach, and it also leaves less room for Ama formation. Avoid dairy which can increase mucus production. Reducing intake of sugar and fried foods also decreases Kapha.
Try to bring consistency in your **daily routine**, practicing regular sleep schedules and stress management practices, like meditation or light yoga. Nasya therapy—applying medicated oil (like Anu taila) to the nasal passages—can help reduce throat irritation and inflammation.
Gargling with warm salt water can also soothe the tonsils. Honey, mixed with turmeric or basil juice, given once or twice daily, enhances immunity and fights infection. And herbal formulations like Sitopaladi churna or Tulsi-based supplements might offer gradual relief.
However, despite these steps, if symptoms persist or if you experience high fever or severe pain, seek medical attention. Integrating Ayurveda with your conventional treatments ensures both safety and effectiveness in addressing the root cause of your tonsillitis. Remember, the aim is long-term relief and prevention, gradually restoring balance and strengthening your system.
25966 answered questions
17% best answers
0 replies

FREE! Ask an Ayurvedic doctor — 24/7,
100% Anonymous
100% Anonymous
600+ certified Ayurvedic experts. No sign-up.
About our doctors
Only qualified ayurvedic doctors who have confirmed the availability of medical education and other certificates of medical practice consult on our service. You can check the qualification confirmation in the doctor's profile.
Related questions
Popular questions
Premature ejaculation and erectiledysfunction
Vamsi
16 hours ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
10 answers
How to get rid of grey hairs and dandruff
Payal
17 hours ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
9 answers
How can i get rid of extreme adult diaper rashes?
Deepika
18 hours ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
9 answers
How to get rid of from myopia of 1.75
Jigar singh
1 day ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
10 answers
How to stop feeling like going to poop whole time
Krishna
1 day ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
8 answers
How to cure uterine fibroid without surgery
Neha Sharma
15 hours ago
FREE
4 answers
Facing problem of having Irregular meanstrual cycle
Nidhi Gupta
10 hours ago
FREE
2 answers
How to regular your period cycle , reduce weight ,balance hormones and reduce hairfall
Aaliya
13 hours ago
FREE
3 answers
How to reduce hairfall and sweat odour
Liza
21 hours ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
6 answers
How to reduce hair fall and greying
Mohit agrawal
3 hours ago
FREE
0 answers
How to get periods if we have a border level pcos
Zoe
1 day ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
6 answers
how to reduce hair fall and get good glowing skin
Madri
3 hours ago
FREE
0 answers
Anxiety andoverthinking and fear
Bhim shankar
1 day ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
9 answers
ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION And loss of libido
PRASAD SHETTAR
1 day ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
8 answers
White discharge and Period problem
Puja
6 hours ago
FREE
0 answers
pcos dysmenorrhea in periods heavey bleeding with pms
Dr Devanshi
10 hours ago
FREE
1 answers
How to gain weight nearly 2 to 3 kgs in a month.
Nithya
1 day ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
9 answers
Head Heavy, Confusion, Ghabrahat
Gaurav
1 day ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
12 answers
How to treat Prostrate Enlargement
Ganesh
1 day ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
8 answers
How to come over premature ejaculation
Ashok
17 hours ago
FREE
2 answers
How to reduce hair fall, how to increase the hair density and how to get the clear and glowing skin?
Astha Tripathi
1 day ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
8 answers
Varicose vein. More than 30 years.
Santhosh
1 day ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
7 answers
I am struggling focus and memory power and energy
Mohammed Ilyas
1 day ago
FREE
3 answers
Yoga tutorials essentials every day morning routine
Ilon
1 day ago
FREE
2 answers
How to get rid of pain in the fingers
Arul Sivasankaran
1 day ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
7 answers
How to reduce hairfall and hair thinning
Suhani
1 day ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
9 answers
What is the best ayurvedic treatment for Prostatitis
Randeep
1 day ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
5 answers
I am not greeting my period fromlast 8 months
Jasmeet
2 days ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
10 answers
How to control acne and hairfall
Rani Bahgat
1 day ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
7 answers
what to eat or drink frm ayurveda to loose weight
Gargi Satija
2 days ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
12 answers
Feeling ache in stomach for 2 days
Bayas
2 days ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
10 answers
Lichen planus pigmentation skin
Rishab
2 days ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
14 answers
I have reduced testicle size and maybe because of it low testosterone...Any ayurvedic treatment ??
Sahil
1 day ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
6 answers
Pain in heart 🫀 bcoz of Broken heart 💔
Vishakha
3 days ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
18 answers
Insomnia struggling to sleep how to get deep sleep
Mahira
1 day ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
7 answers
Lungs detox cleanse in ayurveda
Vamshi
2 days ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
11 answers
I have Vertigo, headache, nerve weakness, Hypothyroidism,Mandagni,High SGOT SGPT RATIO
Rashmi Ranjan
2 days ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
12 answers
focus on adopting an anti-inflammatory lifestyle that includes dietary changes, regular exercise, stress management, and adequate sleep.
Robiul Awal
1 day ago
FREE
3 answers
How to reduce body fever from typhoid
Kalpana
2 days ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
13 answers
Urticaria from last 2 months how to get rid of it
PUNIT KUMAR
3 days ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
14 answers
How to get clear face and stop hair thinnin.
Patel Jyotindra AnilKumar
1 day ago
FREE
2 answers
Low libido.....ed problem also....
Gaurav
2 days ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
12 answers
How to pregnancyfr 1 year try but notconsive why
Sujata
1 day ago
FREE
3 answers
I didn’t get my periods from last 8 months
Jasmeet
2 days ago
FREE
4 answers
How to get cure for Erectile dysfunction
Eddie
3 days ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
11 answers
Less bleeding during periods only 1-2 days
Harshdeep
2 days ago
FREE
4 answers
Hw to glow skin n prevent hairfall
Radhmi
2 days ago
FREE
4 answers
Prostate cancer 4th stage ....
Suneel
2 days ago
FREE
6 answers
Lumps in vulva area since one week
Puja
2 days ago
FREE
4 answers
How to treat difficulty in urinating
Paulami seal
3 days ago
300 INR (~3.51 USD)
11 answers
© 2024 Ask Ayurveda. All rights reserved.