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Enlarged tonsils
I have enlarged tonsils, tho it's painless im worried about it, im scared it may not be normal, sometimes painful swallowing is there, i couldn't differentiate if the pain is because of tonsillitis or cold but i know it's just big as long as i can remember, now im terrified as this might cause me problem when I'll be planning for pregnancy i have checked it before and the only one ENT doc in our city said it's not necessarily needed surgery, surgery only applies to severe cases will anyone enlighten me regarding my case? i would like to get a second opinion
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Dr. Chirag Yashlaha
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Dr. B Shankameswaran
Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist
9 yrs exp
Chennai
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Usually, tonsillitis will be associated with throat pain, enlarged tonsils, difficulty in swallowing, +/- fever and several other symptoms. These symptoms will be present only during the episode of tonsillitis and subside after treatment.
Although enlarged tonsils without any such episodic symptoms can be normal, as you are having difficulty in swallowing, it's better to get them thoroughly evaluated.
And yes, surgery for tonsillitis/ tonsillar enlargement are purely criteria based and not needed for everyone.
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Do not panic. As there is no picture available it is difficult to provide a clear cut opinion.Hence I would suggest you to get an ENT consultation again during your episodes of difficulty in swallowing. Also get your blood tested ( Complete blood count with peripheral smear )
Health Tips
A good oral hygiene would help a lot in your case. Brush twice daily. Gargle after every meal. Use salt water gargling. These may help in reducing infections if there is any.
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Dr. Nafisa Parveen
Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist
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