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BAD TONSILS

2017-08-19 05:38:09
I HAVE REALLY BAD TONSILS AND I USED THROAT MED FOR 6 DAYS NOW AND ITS GETTING WORSE. I EVEN USED SALT WATER TO GARGLE BUT ITS LIKE IM MAKING THING WORSE . PLZ HELP. WHAT MUST I DO
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You might be suffering from acute pharyngo-tonsillitis which is a common type of throat infection. You may need to take antibiotics and painkillers along with antiseptic mouth gargle for few days for faster recovery
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Consult nearby ENT specialist for confirmation of diagnosis and appropriate treatment if required

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