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Lingual tonsil swollen on one side

2019-02-22 02:37:23
My left lingual tonsil is swollen for last 1 month. Earlier there ws no pain now there is little pain while swallowing and ear pain as well. It also has white dots over it. I am a heavy smoker. Please help.
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You are high risk patient in view of smoking so needs evaluation by ENT specialist to rule out anything serious

Answered2019-02-22 03:43:54

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