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Swelling of right tonsil

2026-02-25 00:28:57
Hi, I just returned from international travel and had dust exposure. My right tonsil is swollen from past 4-5 days. No fever or any white spots, no major pain but slight discomfort while swallowing. How can I reduce the swelling?
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Answered2026-02-25 18:21:51

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You can try T . Amoxyclav 625 twice daily for 5 days and betadine gargles

Answered2026-02-25 11:21:35

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Betadine gargle three times a day. Physical examination if not improved

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Start homeopathic medicine tab tonsilat of SBL company it gives you great result you got this medicine near by your homeopathic medical store

Answered2026-02-26 13:40:53

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Unilateral tonsil enlargement if not settled with antibiotics kindly to get evaluated
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Do a cbc with peripheral smear

Answered2026-02-26 06:12:47

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Take cepodem xp twice a day for 5 days with montek fx in night for 5 days, do dilute betadine gargles atleast twice a day and avoid very spicy and sour food . Drink plenty of fluids. Maintain proper hydration.
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Still not relieved see and ent nearby

Answered2026-02-25 13:39:28

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Just do salt water gargling daily thrice If that’s not helping you can start betadine gargle thrice daily
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If pain is increasing or you are getting fever visit ENT doc for physical examination

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