Top 5 Homeopathic Remedies for Tonsillitis

Tonsillitis is the inflammation of the tonsils, often caused by viral or bacterial infections. Symptoms include a sore throat, difficulty swallowing, fever, swollen lymph nodes, and redness of the tonsils, sometimes with white spots.

Top 5 Homeopathic Remedies for Tonsillitis

1. Belladonna

For acute tonsillitis with sudden onset.

Symptoms: High fever, red swollen tonsils, dry throat, and throbbing pain.

Indicated when symptoms are worse at night and in warm rooms.

2. Hepar Sulphuris Calcareum

For chronic or recurring tonsillitis.

Symptoms: Pain worsens with cold air or touch, sharp splinter-like pain, and pus formation.

Useful for abscessed tonsils.

3. Mercurius Solubilis

For advanced tonsillitis with suppuration.

Symptoms: Bad breath, excessive salivation, metallic taste, and swollen glands.

Indicated when pain worsens at night and with temperature extremes.

4. Phytolacca Decandra

For tonsillitis with radiating pain to the ears.

Symptoms: Sore throat with a burning sensation and dark red tonsils.

Useful when pain worsens with swallowing hot liquids.

5. Lachesis Mutus

For left-sided tonsillitis or when symptoms start on the left and move to the right.

Symptoms: Bluish or purplish discoloration of the tonsils, choking sensation, and difficulty swallowing.

Worsens in warm weather or after waking.

General Advice

Avoid cold, spicy, and oily foods during treatment.

Gargle with warm salt water to relieve throat irritation.

Rest and stay hydrated.

Note: Consult a qualified homeopath for a personalized prescription, as homeopathy emphasizes individual symptoms and constitution.