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Tonsillitis
I can see tonsils in my throat, but it seems to be on one side only. Also I am having fever and sore throat and trouble swallowing. How to know if it caused by bacteria of virus?
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It can be due to viral or bacterial. If the symptoms are severe then you have to take medication.
Next Steps
Go for online consultation for proper evaluation and treatment
Health Tips
1) Salt water gargling 2) avoid ice cold items
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Mostly tonsil infection is bacterial .
Next Steps
We have to start with broad spectrum antibiotics and gargle may help u
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Consult
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Dr. Sandeep Arora
Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist
14 yrs exp
Delhi
Tonsillar infection are mostly bacterial. Will require an antibiotic course
Next Steps
Consult online
Health Tips
Drink luke warm water
Avoid cold diet
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Dr. Gopinath Krishnamoorthy
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
19 yrs exp
Coimbatore
Consult a doctor nearby immediately
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