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What Causes Swollen Tonsils Along With White Spots On Tonsil?

My tonsils are swollen and on one there is a white spot that looks like something is eating away at it. My throat has been bothering me since Friday of last week. I saw a Dr on Tuesday, the only day of the week that my tonsils have not had white spots. The doctor said it was more than likely from a cold and the strep cultures came back negative. What else could be wrong with my tonsils? The white spots, are not pussy and look kind of dry and rough.
Fri, 12 Jun 2015
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Hello dear,

Swelling of tonsil with white spot can be due to:
1. Tonsillitis- inflammation/ infection of the tonsil
2. Tonsil stones (tonsilloliths)- due to calcium deposition

The management consists of:
1. Gargle with warm salt water to reduce swelling.
2. Antihistamines to provide symptomatic relief.
3. Antibiotics, if bacterial infection is suspected.
4. Analgesics to take care of pain & fever(if any)

So, it will be better to consult an ENT specialist & get a proper physical examination done.
So that appropriate management steps could be taken.

Meanwhile, avoid taking cold food & drinks, maintain adequate hydration & take soft, non-spicy foods.

Wishing you a Good Health.
Take care.
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What Causes Swollen Tonsils Along With White Spots On Tonsil?

Hello dear, Swelling of tonsil with white spot can be due to: 1. Tonsillitis- inflammation/ infection of the tonsil 2. Tonsil stones (tonsilloliths)- due to calcium deposition The management consists of: 1. Gargle with warm salt water to reduce swelling. 2. Antihistamines to provide symptomatic relief. 3. Antibiotics, if bacterial infection is suspected. 4. Analgesics to take care of pain & fever(if any) So, it will be better to consult an ENT specialist & get a proper physical examination done. So that appropriate management steps could be taken. Meanwhile, avoid taking cold food & drinks, maintain adequate hydration & take soft, non-spicy foods. Wishing you a Good Health. Take care.