It is very common for tonsillitis to last longer than three days, and surgery is definitely not needed at this stage. Acute infections typically take about a week to clear up. Your routine of Sporty SP (pain relievers) and Betadine (povidone-iodine) gargle helps soothe discomfort, but if your symptoms persist, you may have a bacterial infection that requires prescription antibiotics. Surgery is typically reserved only for chronic, frequently recurring cases. I gently recommend consulting a healthcare provider to examine your throat and ensure you get the right treatment.

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Since antibiotics and antacids only provide temporary relief, the cause might be chronic irritation rather than an active infection. Common culprits include laryngopharyngeal reflux (silent reflux), where stomach acid irritates the throat, or ongoing post-nasal drip from allergies. I recommend discussing a trial of daily generic proton pump inhibitors (like omeprazole) or generic nasal steroid sprays (like fluticasone) with your doctor. Staying well-hydrated and using a cool-mist humidifier at night can also soothe the tissue. Please follow up with your ear, nose, and throat specialist for a detailed examination to pinpoint the exact cause.

The white patches near your tonsils and bad breath suggest a localized throat infection, such as tonsillitis. Gargling with Betadine (povidone-iodine) can help soothe your throat, and Enzoflam (a combination of pain-relievers like diclofenac and paracetamol) will help ease the pain. However, Azee (azithromycin) is an antibiotic. It is highly recommended to consult a doctor before starting antibiotics, as they are only effective if the infection is bacterial. Please have a healthcare professional examine your throat to ensure you receive the correct diagnosis and safe, targeted treatment.

While povidone-iodine (Betadine) has antiseptic properties, it is not the most effective or appropriate treatment for tinea cruris. Because this is a fungal infection, standard antifungal therapies like topical clotrimazole or terbinafine are necessary to target and eliminate the fungus. Since your symptoms are widespread and long-lasting, I highly recommend consulting a doctor. They can confirm the diagnosis and recommend the right antifungal treatment to help you find lasting comfort.

To help ease her throat discomfort and clear mucus, she can try steam inhalation twice a day to gently loosen congestion. Staying well-hydrated with warm liquids, like warm water with honey or clear broths, will also soothe her throat. Using a saline nasal spray can safely clear her nasal passages. She should continue her current regimen, including montelukast (Montair), azithromycin, and povidone-iodine (Betadine) gargles, as prescribed. Please ensure she gets plenty of rest, and contact a doctor if she develops any difficulty breathing.