Rest and drink plenty of fluids
Gargle warm salt water
Take over-the-counter pain relievers if safe for you
Use throat lozenges or hard candies
Use a humidifier or inhale steam
Eat soft, soothing foods
Avoid smoking and irritants
See a doctor for testing if symptoms are severe, persistent, or recurrent
Take prescribed antibiotics only if the cause is bacterial
Consider tonsil removal if tonsillitis keeps coming back or is severe