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What Causes Swollen Tonsils And Glands Of Neck?
Yes. I have a tonsil that is swollen like a bubble and the same side of my neck has swollen glands. It has been that way for about 2 months. No pain or fever. I did have an upper respiratory infection for a couple of weeks and took a Z-pack and now have a lingering cough that will not go away. Should I see an ENT?
Sat, 31 May 2014
Hello
As you mentioned that there is enlargement of tonsils resembling like a big bubble , so this is due to infection . Infection may be due to bacteria as streptococcus or staphylococcus or other one . A throat swab and its examination for culture will find out the exact nature of pathogen ( bacteria) .
While enlargement or swelling in the neck is due to lymphatic drainage by lymph nodes from infected tonsils .
Z-pack took & not effective so this is the best way to consult an E N T specialist and get his opinion.
Good luck.
As you mentioned that there is enlargement of tonsils resembling like a big bubble , so this is due to infection . Infection may be due to bacteria as streptococcus or staphylococcus or other one . A throat swab and its examination for culture will find out the exact nature of pathogen ( bacteria) .
While enlargement or swelling in the neck is due to lymphatic drainage by lymph nodes from infected tonsils .
Z-pack took & not effective so this is the best way to consult an E N T specialist and get his opinion.
Good luck.
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