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My 1 tonsil is inflamed and it's not getting normal from last 3 months. Consulted 2 ENTs offline and 1 online. Tried amoxiclav azithro cefpodoxime but still no cure. What is the problem and why it's feel normal sometimes and then again feel pain on left side that to be only 1 tonsil.

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Do video online consultation to share actual picture of tonsil ...  Read More

Hi doc. I have inflamed tonsils and my gp gave me moxymax 250 capsules. Will they work and how long. They acute, twice or three times a year. Should i opt for tonsillictomy? Please help

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Two to three times a year is not really an indication for tonsillectomy. Amox will work within two days ...  Read More

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Swollen tonsils with white spots on them for the past 3-4 days. Can’t eat, drink, or swallow. Severe pain in ears when i do swallow and just an overall headache.

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You seem to be suffering from acute pharyngo-tonsillitis which is a common type of throat infection. You may need to take antibiotics and painkillers along with antiseptic mouth gargle for few days fo ...  Read More

Have a sore throat maybe a fever and my left ear, tonsil, and lymph node hurts. Tonsils have white stuff on them that are not tonsil stones. Have a picture if needed. Do I need to go to the er or the dr tomorrow

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You seem to be suffering from acute pharyngo-tonsillitis which is a common type of throat infection. You may need to take antibiotics and painkillers along with antiseptic mouth gargle for few days fo ...  Read More

My tonsil has become very enlarged, im finding it hsrd to swallow food where i have to chew it for longer so its in smaller bits. Im constantly swallowing salvia. I had Hodgkin lymphoma 5 years ago and i was wondering where this is signs of it returning or is it just a simple case of tonsillis.

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Take a course of antibiotics If it settles don't worry. If remains get it investigated to rule out recurrence. ...  Read More

Tonsils look inflamed and feels something is stuck in throat. Its not paining or itchy, just a bit uncomfortable at times. Its been 20+ days now. It gets reduced, and increases again. Have been fasting recently. I have had similar issue (6-7 months ago) where back of throat were dried up, consulting general physician helped in few doses, he had me

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Take antiallergic like cetrizine Might need Corona test if not resolving ...  Read More

I have had an inflamed lymph node for several months under my left armpit. I was wondering whether this could be something serious such as lymphoma

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Get an FNAC done ...  Read More

Hi Sir/Mam, It all started when I drank too much of coke in the cricket stadium 2years back. I thought it was simple throat infection or due to the shouting. I took a course of amoxiclav. The throat pain reduced . Then I had 2 glasses of coke again 2 weeks later and again I got the same infection. Again took a course of amox. The pain has

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You real reservoir of germs is elsewhere! They are hiding in your paranasal sinuses! Get a CT scan of your paranasal sinuses and come down to Bangalore and meet me! ...  Read More

I’ve been smoking a lot for the first time in a while and my tonsils are red and painful what should I do

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You seem to be suffering from acute pharyngo-tonsillitis which is a common type of throat infection. You may need to take antibiotics and painkillers along with antiseptic mouth gargle for few days fo ...  Read More

I have one inflamd tonsil, and what looks like a large ulcer. Its painful but not to the same degree as a regular sore throat or tonsiltus. Could it be oral herpes?

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It would be impractical to provide you with the rational diagnosis only based on the description that you have mentioned. You can post a clinical picture of the affected area for a better opinion. You ...  Read More

My right tonsil is inflamed for more than 48 hours. I feel a little discomfort while swallowing. I have tried gargling with Luke warm salt water twice a day. Attaching photos. Please advice

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Yes, this is acute tonsillitis U needs treatment ...  Read More

I Have Been Facing irritated by tonsil stone on left side of Tonsils...Doing Gargle...And Facing such problem within 2-3 Months.

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Please visit or consult with an ENT specialist. ...  Read More

My tongue is inflamed from few days ,red small bumps are there burning sensation is there .plz advice

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There are few reasons for this - 1. Iron / Vitamin deficiencies - get a blood investigation called CBC done and get a consultation from a physician with these reports. Start eating fruits, vegetables ...  Read More

Sir, i have penis inflamed or some redness pliz help i dont know how it is caused pliz help any tips and i am sharing pics

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Don't worry...you are suffering from genital candidiasis causing this problem... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for de ...  Read More

Sir my penis meatus or mouth has been inflamed can it heal itself pliz help and i am worried and i am showing pics

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Is there any pain and itching? Click consult now to discuss better and start proper medication ...  Read More

Sir, Is my penis normal, is it my tip of penis meatus is it inflamed or not pliz help and i am sharing pics any tips

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See a urologist ASAP ...  Read More

Hello sir/mam Here i am attaching a picture of my tonsils. I recently noticed one tonsil is slightly bigger than other. Please tell me is it normal? I am also taking alerfix total on daily basis

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Any other concerns?? Pain while swallowing etc. Need detailed history ...  Read More

Itoday in the mirror I have seen a pea sized bump in front of my both tonsils what are they please tell is it a cyst or tumor please tell it is just in front of tonsil plates in down side in near tounge edge please tell is it a disease

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Don't worry, for confirm diagnosis detail history and examination required ,kindly take appointment ...  Read More

Today in the mirror I have seen skin lump in front of both my tonsil I think it is attached to the walls and tonsils is it normal or disease note - they are not creating problem in my daily routine

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That is known as the anterior pillar and is present on both sides It’s normal ...  Read More

Please what is in front of my tonsil is it a normal bump tissue or abnormal growth or a cyst note I have enlarge tonsil from birth please suggest I am very much tense

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Hi. It would be helpful if you could give details of symptoms like since how long have you noticed that swelling, is it painful? I would suggest that you consult an ENT specialist online. Warm regar ...  Read More

My previous concern was inflamed papillae touches right side swollen tonsil and it causes irritation and discomfort. Dr. Saloni mehta mam asked whether i have any other symptoms like running nose, throat pain.. Actually I don't have any symptoms like throat pain, running nose etc. My right side tonsil has swollen and inflamed papillae is touchin

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Do betadine mouth gargles diluted in leukwarm water. And get one consultation done where the ENT doctor can see your throat. ...  Read More

Inflamed Papillae touches the right side swollen tonsil and I'm feeling irritation and discomfort. What to do?

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Kindly describe your symptoms more- throat pain? Difficulty swalloing? Running nose? Cough? ...  Read More

I can see my right tonsil is slightly bigger than the left one. Is it normal ? There is no pain. Only experiencing dry mouth from last 2 months.

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There seems to be little inflammation around it, there doesn’t seem to be an active infection. If it troubles you you should consult with an ENT ...  Read More

From last 2 to 3 years I am facing tonsils problem The pain is only in the left tonsil And the size of the tonsil is also increased I am depressed I don't know what to do I don't want to do surgery Sir /ma'am help me to cure this problem Please please please It's been so long time i am facing this problem in today life My whole life structu

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Hi. It's good you are vigilant about this. And it's advisable to have a online consultation for further evaluation and planning. ...  Read More

Last month I had tonsils on my left throat but with medication it got cured but there is a swelling like tonsil on my left throat but it does not pain while eating or drinking. Kindly help is my tonsil not cured yet?

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As a eNT surgeon I can tell u In complete treatment of tonsillitis results into chronic tonsillitis kindly send me a pic of your throat or through video consultation we can see the size colour and def ...  Read More

Got tonsils from 2 days not able to drink water or eat anything, it's paining while swallowing. Can I get any medicine prescribed for it?

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You can take Tab. Solvin Cold three times a day for 3 days ...  Read More

Is covid synonyms ? No fever no pain no cold only tonsil . Only right side problem .Any home remedies ?

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For full guidance, prescription and follow up take a paid instant consultation. Hope that helps. You can even video consult directly via what sapp on 9999x104x408 ...  Read More

I have a problem with tonsils for some months. White membranes are seen in both tonsils. It has been two months. I am not having any problem, but I feel bad breath and some time little pain in throat When I lay down with a pillow. I also see a hole in the tonsils in which some white substance is seen. What happened to me Is this a serious problem?

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Its not serious, take betadine gurgles diluted in half glass of water 3 times a day and get a physical consultation with ENT doctor. May need tonsillectomy. ...  Read More

When tonsilities have fever will come,..how to killbacteria...we are using all types of bacteria...but bacterial will not dia

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Consult online with pic of throat with proper history and video consultation for better understanding of problem ...  Read More

Can stds make your tonsils inflamed for a long time? i dont have any symptoms of oral stds like sores or anything but i will be going to a dermatologist for evaluation for some spots on genital area. I had tonsil inflammation some time ago and its been 4 months and they are inflammed.

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Attach picture of oral cavity More detailed history needed ...  Read More

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