I've been dealing with tonsillitis for about six years now and have tried a lot of different medications during this time. What options do I have left for treating it?

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

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If you have tried various treatments without success, the last option for treating chronic tonsillitis may be a tonsillectomy. This surgical procedure involves removing the tonsils and can provide long-term relief from recurrent tonsillitis. It is important to discuss this option with an ENT specialist who can evaluate your specific case and determine if a tonsillectomy is the best course of action for you.

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