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Suggest Treatment For Swollen Tonsils

32 year old male, 6 1, 150 lbs...I have had a swollen left tonsil for over 2 months now. Recently I have noticed white spots on and around the area. I have been getting ear and jaw pain aswell. I have also noticed that with physical excercise, a lump appears in my left armpit ( same side as enlarged tonsil). The doctor is not aware of this yet but I will notify ASAP. I have had tests for strep and mono which have come back negative.. The doctors don t seem as worried as I am but I have concerns about lymphoma or tonsil cancer. I have been sick for about a year now aswell dealing with c difficile (which is now gone) but that shouldnt have any correlation. How concerned should I be. P.S.- Was a heavy drinker
Fri, 10 Apr 2020
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Hello,

I read carefully your query and understand your concern.

Your symptoms seem to be related to tonsillitis.
The white spots are commonly related to a bacterial infection of the throat.
I suggest using anti inflammatory medications such as Acetaminophen to relieve the inflammation.
I also suggest using a throat spray and gargle with salty water.
If the symptoms continue, I suggest to take antibiotics.

Hope my answer was helpful.

If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.

Kind regards!

Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
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Suggest Treatment For Swollen Tonsils

Hello, I read carefully your query and understand your concern. Your symptoms seem to be related to tonsillitis. The white spots are commonly related to a bacterial infection of the throat. I suggest using anti inflammatory medications such as Acetaminophen to relieve the inflammation. I also suggest using a throat spray and gargle with salty water. If the symptoms continue, I suggest to take antibiotics. Hope my answer was helpful. If you have further queries feel free to contact me again. Kind regards! Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi General &Family Physician