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So I've been observing my left tonsil for a while now. I have tonsil stones by the way but the lump is painless. Its been there for 2 years and I dunno why. Yes I am a smoker.

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If there are tonsil stones, surgery ( Tonsillectomy) is the only option ...  Read More

Been having these whiteish lumps on tonsils for months, they don’t really hurt it’s just annoying

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Hello dear ... I would like to know little more info or history of your problems.. It would be great if we can continue our conversation on my private window as here I am restricted to give you few li ...  Read More

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Dear doctor , I have found small lump on one tonsils , having acid refluxes and slight cough and discomfort in throat ...please help me is it a tumor

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It doesn’t look like tumour, as both the tonsils are enlarged, its chronic tonsillitis, do gargles with betadine 1tsf diluted in half glass of water three times a day. Tablet Esofag L empty stomach ha ...  Read More

Both of my tonsils have been surgically removed more than 8 years ago. Recently I observed a lump slightly behind the spot of my left removed tonsil. It does not cause any pain and the colour is no different than the usual colour inside our mouth. There's no problem in swallowing. Just presence of it makes me conscious. It is there from past two to

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A picture of the lump will be helpful in giving further advice, it may just be a remnant tissue which is harmless if no symptoms arise out of it. But a look on it is needed to confirm. ...  Read More

Have an oval white lump behind my tonsil. It's not causing any symptoms, I only noticed it last month when I had issues with my wisdom teeth. It's on the left side of my mouth. I drink in moderation a few glasses of wine at the weekend and I don't smoke. I'm 34 female. Fit and healthy. Although I do suffer from Heath anxiety.

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It is most probably a Tonsillolith, which is actually food like rice or sooji trapped in the tonsillar crypt and subsequently covered by a foul-smelling layer of salivary calcium! ...  Read More

I can see a type of small skin lump in front of my both tonsils they are looking like pea shape but they are seen to be attached with my tonsil from downside please see and tell is it a normal growth or a tumor please tell

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Its an infection take proper treatment including antibiotic after seeing nearby ENT DOC ...  Read More

I have abnormally large tonsils and have had tonsil stones in the past. I know what they look like but I have a hard white lump that is deep beneath the skin and has slightly gotten larger within the past month.

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You might be looking at whitish debris over tonsils which is not really abnormal ...  Read More

Hi I've a lump beneath my right tonsils. I've gastritis over 3-4 years. Is this lump normal/benign??

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Looks like tonsillar tissue ...  Read More

I saw with the torch and mirror there is a small polyp type lump near the right tonsil. Exactly it is below the right tonsil. A whitish string type is attached to bottom of right tonsil which extends and ends as a poylp or lump. It is along the arc I arrowed in the image, and the arc ends at lump mass. I have attached the image, though it is not vi

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Don’t worry. I can comment better with a deeper picture or video consultation. Nothing looks troubling in this picture. ...  Read More

I’ve noticed a growth on my tonsil. Ive had it quite some time but lately it seems quite large. It’s like a circular lump with a protuding stalk like head and is red in colour. It doesn’t hurt but I’m quite worried as it is larger than my tonsil right now..

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Any swelling over the tonsil needs to be evaluated in detail by clinical examination sometimes biopsy of the lesion may be necessary. It may be a benign lesion but biopsy may be necessary to confirm ...  Read More

Noticed a lump in neck few days back..no pain,slight big tonsils ....it's movable any suggestions..

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The photo shows a single, smooth swelling on the side of your neck with no redness, which together with your bigger tonsils points to a reactive lymph node from a throat infection rather than anything ...  Read More

When homa ir test ? is used and recommended When is this blood test used and Recommended? I dont think It's regularly used

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HOMA-IR is a calculation from a fasting glucose and fasting insulin test that estimates insulin resistance. It isn't part of routine health checkups, but doctors use it selectively in people with PCOS ...  Read More

I have Tonsils , getting pain when loud laughing and swallowing please give good medicine. Thanks. .

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Tonsils is a normal structure Enlargement and infection if any has to be assessed Try mouth gargles and hot waters ...  Read More

I have tonsils from two weeks , getting pain while swallowing and laughing. Please give best medicine. Thank you

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Use gargles and hot water Adequate hydration Antibiotics ...  Read More

I have a chronic red throat from a year have checked with 3 doctors did allergy test ige was 150iu/ml both times .Doctor says nothing to worry.last month saw this lump type thing near tonsil it still there.I have asked online but doctor said it's normal.its been a year I am struggling with throat issue without any answers..Any advice??

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Sir if you have gastric reflux diseases then get treated for reflux first ...  Read More

I first got rashes on legs hands and buttock.. then I got fever soar throat..then I got pus white spots on tonsils..please say why this is caused...

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Looks more viral. Especially with the rash. Meet ENT specialist to get examined ...  Read More

I have chronic sore throat and visited my ent and physician several times in the past year.Did fiber optic laryngoscopy once and doctor said all okay. Doctor usually dismiss saying that it's allergy .In Jan my IGE was 150iu/ml.i have acidity issues also.2 weeks back went to my ent and he said all looks okay and I don't have any clinical symptoms. W

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It's normal. Nothing to worry about ...  Read More

Are my Tonsil glands swollen? Pic attached Sometimes even while stones are visible. Throat sometime pain on touching only. No swallowing pain Anything related to psychiatry as i have ongoing meds

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U r having grade 1 tonsil enlarged ...  Read More

Focal enhancing nodular thickening at base of the tongue , on left side of lingual tonsils. Enlarged tonsils. Should i get a biopsy done ? Genuine suggestions please, don't want invasive further testing.

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With out seeing patient I can’t say any thing, it is better to post picture or take consultation, after that I can sight u what u can do further ...  Read More

My kid is 4.5 years old he is having tonsils and it has some knot in neck so should I consult to pediatrics doctor or ent specialist.

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Chr tonsillitis with Secondary Lymph nodes. Both can treat. ...  Read More

Hello Dr Right side of tonsil bigger than left side from last one year but since last year it was painless but from last 2-3 days it becomes painful while eating and swallowing and some white deposits or patch comes there please check and reply is it normal or not?

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Need few more details Kindly consult ...  Read More

Hello Dr. My right side of tonsil is bigger than left side from last one year but since last year it was painless but from last 2-3 days it becomes painful while eating and swallowing and some white patch or pus is there which is not clearing by finger. Please check and see is it common problem. Please reply 🙏

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Take Tab augmentin 625 1 tab three times a day after food Tab zerodol sp 1 tab twice daily after food Cap protera d 1 cap twice daily before meal Warm saline gargle twice daily ...  Read More

I have this right side tonsil problem from last one year but since last year it was painless but from last 2-3 days it is paining while eating and drinking also have white patch on tonsil and near tonsil but it is not tonsil stone please check whether it is normal or not?

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Visit dentist ...  Read More

I have this right side tonsil swelling from last one year but since last year it was painless but from last 2-3 days it is paining while eating and swallowing also have white patch on tonsil and near tonsil but it's not tonsil stone please check is it normal or not?

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

My tonsils are removed in childhood, but recently I got lumps at back and side of my throat with fever and headache,red and white patches. it's there from one week can you guide.

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This is acute uvulopharyngitis. You should take antibiotics, paracetamol and gargles for 5 days ...  Read More

Is it safe to remove tonsils at the age of 17? Like my cousins face problem like pain in ear and throat while swallowing when she gets infection in her tonsils so the dr suggested it to remove it , will it be safe , will there be any side effects in long term ?or any other further complications

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Kindly take online consultation ...  Read More

Why is this part of my right tonsil is bumpy like a lump and hard as stone? But it is painless. should I worry ?

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Absolutely normal my frd ...  Read More

Hi. My daughter is 5.5yrs old. She is having swollen tonsils. Doctor tested it and said no bacterial infection but only viral infection.. wat does it mean ? Do they are tonsils? Do they shrink back to normal size ? She is having cold cough fvr since 3 days.

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Greetings look like viral Pharyngitis , u can give hot water for drinking avoid cold foods , continue the medication , if not reducing by tomorrow kindly book a consultation so I can guide you ...  Read More

Wat is clarinova used for ?? 3yr old baby girl having tonsils which are swollen,red and white spot on it ... can Clarinova be used ??

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Yaa it's an antibiotic.. kindly mention the weight so that the dose of the antibiotic can be determined.. You can use.. ...  Read More

My self Darshan, I am suffering from Tonsils problem from several years. Around 15 years before i have undergone sinus operation. After that regularly i am getting throat infection. Specially winter season 2 to 3 times in a month throat will be infected. I consulted several ENT doctors. Few said operation and removal of tonsils will help. Few were

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If you have chronic tonsillitis surgery is the only option ...  Read More

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