I've had a sore throat for a couple of weeks now and just noticed a hole at the back near my tonsils. I've been smoking for about two years. Should I be worried about this? What could it be?

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I've been dealing with nasal congestion and a sore throat for a while now. I've noticed yellow bumps at the back of my throat, and my tonsils are swollen and look like they're ripped or something. What do you think could be causing this, and how should I handle it?

your symptoms suggest of tonsillitis Bacterial Tonsillitis 1. Yellow or white patchesbumps 2. Swollen, red, or torn-looking tonsils 3. Sore throat 4. Nasal congestion Viral Tonsillitis 1. Similar symptoms, but milder 2. Fever 3. Fatigue 4. Runny nose

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That's a serious problem and needs definite attention visit ENT doctor for appropriate treatment.

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I've been dealing with nasal congestion for more than 5 to 6 days now, and I've been using decongestants pretty frequently. I'm really worried because I've started having some breathing problems and mild asthma symptoms. Is it possible that the decongestants are making things worse, and what should I do about it?

don't take decongestants more then 10days ! avoid allergy areas

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I've had a sore throat for a couple of weeks now and just noticed a hole at the back near my tonsils. I've been smoking for about two years. Should I be worried about this? What could it be?

avoid smoking

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I've been dealing with nasal congestion and a sore throat for a while now. I've noticed yellow bumps at the back of my throat, and my tonsils are swollen and look like they're ripped or something. What do you think could be causing this, and how should I handle it?

I've got three swollen lymph nodes, two under my jaw and one near my groin. It all started with a sore throat, which happens often because I deal with chronic tonsil stones, and my tonsils are always kinda stretched. Should I be worried about these swollen nodes? What could be causing this?

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