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
Suggest Treatment For Swollen And Painful Tonsils
Hi, my throat has been hurting for 2 days now. I just looked at my tonsils and the left one looks a bit bloody and has a large, red vein coming out. The right tonsil is very swolen and painful. It also has a small white spot. I don t have a fever and I feel alright but it is very difficult to swallow. Do you have any advice on what I should do?
Thu, 27 Aug 2015
Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.
The swollen tonsil can be because of the bacterial infection resulting in tonsilitis or peritonsillar abscess. Nothing to be panic, consult an ENT surgeon and get it evaluated. Mean while you can take a course of antibiotics preferably a combination of amoxicillin and metronidazole. Do saline gargling.
I hope I have answered your query, take care.
The swollen tonsil can be because of the bacterial infection resulting in tonsilitis or peritonsillar abscess. Nothing to be panic, consult an ENT surgeon and get it evaluated. Mean while you can take a course of antibiotics preferably a combination of amoxicillin and metronidazole. Do saline gargling.
I hope I have answered your query, take care.
I find this answer helpful
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
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....