Sore Throat and Tonsillitis - Related Resources

Cochrane reviews

• Oral or intramuscular corticosteroids given in conjunction with antibiotic therapy appear to increase the likelihood of both resolution and improvement of pain in participants with sore throat Corticosteroids as Standalone or Add-on Treatment for Sore Throat.
• A single dose of dexamethasone is effective in preventing post-operative vomiting for many children having their tonsils removed, without adverse effectsSteroids for Improving Recovery Following Tonsillectomy in Children.
• Chinese medicinal herbs are probably not effective for sore throat Chinese Medicinal Herbs for Sore Throat.
• Coblation appears not to be superior to other techniques for tonsillectomy Surgical Techniques for Tonsillectomy.
• Antibiotics appear not to be effective in reducing postoperative pain or other postoperative outcomes of tonsillectomy Antibiotics to Reduce Post-Tonsillectomy Morbidity.
• Lidocaine spray seems to be more effective than saline spray at reducing pain 3 days after tonsillectomy, although the evidence is insufficient Oral Rinses, Mouthwashes and Sprays Following Tonsillectomy.
• Intramuscular penicillin may have limited effect in preventing rheumatic fever recurrence and streptococcal throat infections Penicillin for Secondary Prevention of Rheumatic Fever.