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2020-05-07 04:15:52
I can see tonsils in the throat but on one side only mainly. Trouble swallowing , fever and sore throat also. Can't visit doctor due to lockdown. Please suggest medication. How to know if it's viral or caused by bacteria.
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Since when is your single tonsil enlarged .Are u a smoker or alcoholic . Need to consult to take proper history and also show throat on video calling before making a diagnosis . Also can be infection only . But need to consult if unilateral tonsil enlarged .
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Call and do teleconsult

Answered2020-05-07 05:45:42

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It can be due to viral or bacterial. If the symptoms are severe then you have to take medication.
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Go for online consultation for proper evaluation and treatment
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1) Salt water gargling, 2) Avoid ice cold items

Answered2020-05-07 04:42:01

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gargle

Answered2020-05-07 04:20:22

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This could be tonsillitis, it could be bacterial or viral infection but mainly it’s bacterial.
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Consult online for treatment
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Betadine gargles thrice daily Avoid cold diet

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To know if it's bacterial or viral we have to take a swab and sent for microbiology...but often it is mixed..coz there will normal bacterial flora in our mouth...
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you should worry only if u have symptoms..
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use antibiotics and painkillers

Answered2020-05-07 04:31:39

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