- Female
- 25 Years
- 22/01/2025
I've been noticing something a bit off with my throat lately. One of my tonsils is bigger than the other, and though it's really swollen, it doesn't hurt. It has holes in it, and every now and then I notice these small white stone-like things coming out that smell pretty bad. On top of that, my throat has these red bumps that just won't go away. And when I swallow, it feels like there's something on the side with the swollen tonsil. Could this be serious, like tonsil cancer? Should I be thinking about getting my tonsils removed? I'm really worried and would appreciate some guidance on what this might be.
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
It sounds like you may be experiencing symptoms of tonsillitis with tonsil stones. Tonsillitis can cause one tonsil to be larger than the other, along with swelling, holes, and the presence of white stones that emit a foul odor. The red bumps on the wall of your throat may be related to the inflammation in the area. The sensation of something being present when you swallow could be due to the swollen tonsil. I recommend you start with a course of antibiotics to treat the infection. Use a throat gargle like Chlorhexidine mouthwash to help with the symptoms. If the symptoms persist or worsen, further evaluation by an ENT specialist may be necessary.
Dr. Dr Khaleel Suggests...
Consult a Ent Specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
0
0
More ENT Health Queries
View allI've been dealing with a fever and cold that started about a week ago. The fever and cold cleared up in two days, but now I'm stuck with this cough that wont go away. Its so bad I've lost my voice, and when it does come out, it's really weak. Im finding it hard to communicate properly. Do you have any advice on how to get my voice back and get rid of this persistent cough?
The condition could be Bronchitis or Bronchiolitis that is the reason why your doctor prescribed respules,no harm in using tthose you can use them.
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
I recently got into a fight and ended up being slapped really hard, like twice or thrice on the left side of my face, near my ear and cheek, and close to my eye area. Right after, I had some bleeding inside my mouth, probably from biting down with my teeth. The next morning, I noticed a ringing in my ear, but there wasn't any pain. I'm struggling to hear as well out of that ear compared to the other one. There's also some swelling on my face. I'm guessing my hearing is around 50 to 60 percent, but it's just a rough estimate. Should I be worried about this? What do you think is going on with my ear and hearing?
Visit ENT doctor and get audiometry done to rule out any hearing impairement.
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
I've had this issue where my right ear feels blocked for the last couple of days. It's really bothering me, and I'm not sure what to do about it. Could you suggest any medicine for ear blockage or maybe some exercises to help clear it up?
Chronic sneezing and itchy eyes can be frustrating. Possible causes include: - Allergies (seasonal or perennial) - Dust mites - Pet allergies - Pollen Consult an allergist or ENT specialist for: - Allergy testing - Personalized treatment plans - Immunotherapy (if necessary) In the meantime, try: - Over-the-counter antihistamines (e.g., cetirizine) - Eye drops (e.g., ketotifen) - Nasal sprays (e.g., oxymetazoline)
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Health Articles for you
View all
Disclaimer: Answers on Apollo 247 are not intended to replace your doctor advice. Always seek help of a professional doctor in case of an medical emergency or ailment.