Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
How Can Swollen Tonsils With Ear Ache And Gum Sensitivity Be Treated?
I have swollen tonsils on my right side. My ear bothers some and my gum is sensitive also. I have been to the doctor twice this week but so far no relief.Amoxycilin was prscribed first visit. Prednisone prescribed second visit. Been taking the meds for 6 days now
Wed, 30 Jul 2014
hello
i have gone through your query. i think it can be due to some viral infection or some gum infection also leads to throat and ear infection.
if you dont have any tooth ache or any decay in tooth it might be case of throat infection.
you dont have to worry about so much.if i were your treating doctor i would advice you to take amoxycillin plus cavulanic acid combination twice daily for 5 days at least. only plain amoxycillin wont be that effective.
if it is due to a viral infection then you dont have to take any antibiotic. symptoms will reside in 1 week.take plenty of water, rest and if pain is there a a pain killer like aceclofenac can be taken.
hope this answers your query. take care
Regards
Dr. Shesh
i have gone through your query. i think it can be due to some viral infection or some gum infection also leads to throat and ear infection.
if you dont have any tooth ache or any decay in tooth it might be case of throat infection.
you dont have to worry about so much.if i were your treating doctor i would advice you to take amoxycillin plus cavulanic acid combination twice daily for 5 days at least. only plain amoxycillin wont be that effective.
if it is due to a viral infection then you dont have to take any antibiotic. symptoms will reside in 1 week.take plenty of water, rest and if pain is there a a pain killer like aceclofenac can be taken.
hope this answers your query. take care
Regards
Dr. Shesh
I find this answer helpful
1 user finds this helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....