
What Causes Sudden Inflammation Of Tonsils?

Viral upper respiratory tract infection, not cancer.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for your query.
1. These symptoms including the ear pressure are usually due to a viral upper respiratory tract infection.
2. Cancer of the tonsils is rare. One sided tonsil enlargement is usually seen in cancer. The tonsils normally appear unequal in size hence unless the size difference is very large, no investigation is necessary.
3. Antibiotics will only prevent secondary bacterial infection. Since strep throat has been ruled out and in is only two days, continue the course of azithromycin.
4. You will recover soon.
I hope that I have answered your query. If you have any more questions I will be available to answer them.
Regards.


Doing better with each day but 2 points to note:
1. Throat feels dry and slightly difficult to swallow until i wet throat and then i feel fine but no throat pain overall.
2. A light ear sensation/pressure on other side very briefly, almost switches from side to side
Also attached is a picture from Sunday evening EST
Your thoughts against the picture and the above would be appreciated
Pharyngitis.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for writing back.
1. The image shows pharyngitis.
2. There is still marked congestion.
3. The throat irritation is due to persisting inflammation.
4. The ear sensation can also be due to referred sensations as the nerve supply is shared between these structures.
5. You will require sustained treatment for 5 to 7 days for recovery.
I hope that I have answered your query. If you have any more questions I will be available to answer them.
Regards.

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