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I have a slightly asymmetrical posterior tonsil pillar on the right side. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I have a slightly asymmetrical posterior tonsil pillar on the right side. I do not have any other symptoms like pain, swelling, etc.What could be the reason? Please help.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. In the images (attachment removed to protect the patient’s identity), the entire tonsil and oropharynx are not visible. But, the visualized areas do not show any sinister growth or ulceration, and the uvula appears... Read Full »
I have painless lumps behind both tonsils. Is that cancer?
Query: Hello doctor, When the mouth is open, everything seems normal. However, when forcing movement in the mouth, I can see lumps behind both tonsils, which are painless and flesh-colored, possibly slightly lighter. They are behind both sides. However, it seems worse on one side. I have attached pictures ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. The arrows point in the image (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity) towards the tonsillar crypts behind the anterior pillar on each side. The arrow is marked on the pillar. The multiple lumps-like thin... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor,I have had problems with the right side of my throat and mouth for three months with the following symptoms.1. Right throat post nasal drip.2. Right sore throat with some scar tissue.3. Right tonsil is swollen as compared to the left.4. Right foliate papillae enlarged, and the right sid... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Symptoms such as chronic unilateral throat symptoms, post-nasal discharge, foliate papillitis, lymph node enlargement, and dental pain suggest chronic inflammation in the throat, possibly due to reflux laryngopharyngi... Read Full »
My tonsils and neck glands have been swollen for four days, and I had a high fever. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I have got tonsillitis. My tonsils have been swollen for four days, and I had a high fever. They have little white spots that I have managed to clean with warm salt water and my neck glands are also swollen. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. According to your symptoms, this is most likely infectious mononucleosis, which is a viral infection and gets cured on its own. Your neck lymph nodes are enlarged due to the same thing. I suggest you get these tests done: ... Read Full »
What is the cause of a growth under the tonsil?
Query: Hello doctor, There is growth inside the mouth under the tonsil. What could it be? There is slight itchiness around the area. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I think that it is a simple pharyngitis. It will help if you drink warm fluids. Avoid icy and spicy foods. I suggest an antihistamine once daily to reduce itching sensation. Please answer the following questions to know more. 1. Do you suffer from reflux in the form ... Read Full »
How do I know if my child has lymphoma?
Query: Hi doctor, My 7-year-old daughter has had an enlarged tonsil for the past two years. She has symptoms like sore throat, cough at night, and nasal congestion. We consulted an ENT (ear, nose, throat) specialist, where the diagnosis was lymphoma, and had a review after three months. She was prescribed ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. From the image attached (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), I would suggest you do the following; 1. CT (computed tomography) scan of the neck and chest to evaluate lymphoma or tonsil. 2. Start the child on syrup Augmentin DDS (Amoxicillin and Clavulan... Read Full »
Why my tonsils are asymmetrical in size?
Query: Hello doctor, My tonsils are asymmetrical and I am very scared. Is it normal? Please help. Read Full »
Dr. Bhadragiri Vageesh Padiyar
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. I went through your picture (the attachment was removed to protect the patient's identity). I suggest there is nothing to worry about regarding the minor asymmetry in the tonsils. It is perfectly normal unless you ... Read Full »
I have had bumps on the back of my tongue that affects my eating habits. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I have had these bumps on the back of my tongue and also, I noticed a flap near my airway in my throat. For about four months, I have been told that it is nothing to worry about, but it is affecting my eating habits, and I am losing weight because I cannot swallow properly. I have type 1 ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Please send a picture of the bumps and flap that you mentioned. Do you have any history of bleeding from the swelling? Do you smoke or use tobacco? Read Full »
My right tonsil is sore, and I have pain while swallowing. What should I do?
Query: Hi doctor, I had a right sore tonsil about two months ago; it took about 10 to 12 days to disappear, with only home treatment. I only had pain when swallowing, but not a sore throat. The right tonsil did have a white coat on it, and it started to disappear (it looked a bit like tonsil stones). After... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I have seen the pictures (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), and you still have some debris collection on your right tonsillar crypt (that could be due to the previous infection). Also, your right tonsil is slightly larger th... Read Full »
How to stop inflammation and swelling in the throat due to acid reflux?
Query: Hi doctor,I have a tonsil cyst which enlarges in size for the past few days. The tonsil appears sticky, smooth, and semi-firm to touch, but there is no pain. I have attached the images. Read Full »
Answer: Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.From the images attached (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), I can see inflammatory signs like redness and edema. Do you have acid reflux with a burning sensation in your chest or stomach? Do you have a bitter taste in your throat while waking up in the ... Read Full »