Question 1

i had swollen tonsils that brought about an itchy cough. the tonsils were treated but the itchy cough still remains. how do i get rid of it?

Accepted Answer

Cough: You have an itchy cough and tonsils because of a post nasal drip. Use salt water nose drop 4 times daily and use a vaporizer at night.

Question 2

how to get rid of bumps on back of throat and swollen tonsils?

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Get checked: This can be a series of issues from simple enlarged tonsils to tonsillitis. I would see and ENT and get an accurate diagnosis.

Question 3

how can i get rid of a sore throat and swollen tonsils and glands?

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Sore Throat: Viral sore throats usualy clear up on thier own within a few days. If your symptoms are severe or last longer see your doctor for poosible cultures and antibiotics. If this is frequent you should consult an ENT doc to discuss further options.

Question 4

i can't go to the doctor, no money. i have really bad swollen tonsils along with headaches, but how do i get rid of the swolleness?

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Go to the ER: This is not the best answer but if you have an infection you need to have someone look at it before it turns into an abscess.

Question 5

ive had swollen tonsils with white bits on for a month.how do i get rid of this...should i see a doc..its not sore...but bad breath?

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Tonsil stones: you may have tonsil stones which are a build up of hardened debris in the crevices of the tonsils.  They can occur in people with allergies or sinus problems and an cause wry bad breath.  Your doctor an evaluate this and give ypu treatment options.  Warm salt water rinses will help.

Question 6

home treatment for swollen tonsils and pain when swallowing, slight cough, white patches and spots on tonsils?

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You need medicine: Nope. This surely sounds like an infection and most likely strep.  This can kill if not treated.  Please get to the doctor.

Question 7

my 11 year olds tonsils are a little swollen. she isn't sick. but it hurts her to swallow. what is this and how do you get rid of it?

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Pharyngitis: If it persists would be best to have her seen by her physician.  Majority of cases are viral in nature and need no treatment.  You need to rule out strep throat, which can only be done with a test,  which is the one cause that needs antibiotics.

Question 8

three weeks ago i finished taking penicillin because my left tonsil was swollen. after finishing penicillin my tonsil  swelling went down but there's lump still behind it. how do i get rid of this?

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Hard to say: I would see the Dr. who placed you on the antibiotics.  If in doubt, consider an ENT specialist.

Question 9

husband has lump on his tonsil (due to be removed) gout that he cant get rid of and now swollen lymph nodes under his chin. how concerned should we be?

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See details: Gout is not difficult to control and your husband should see a rheumatologist. The lymph nodes and tonsils are unrelated.

Question 10

is it normal for me to get swollen tonsils once a year when the cold is coming ?

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: Tonsils are a type of immune tissue. When there is any kind of infection, they swell up with cells and antibodies, assisting your body in fighting off the infection. When cold weather sets in, many circulating common viruses cause infections such as cold and flu. There are also a few bacteria that can cause sore throats/infections. Have them checked if they don't go away in 1-2 weeks.

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I had swollen tonsils that brought about an itchy cough. the tonsils were treated but the itchy cough still remains. how do i get rid of it?

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How to get rid of bumps on back of throat and swollen tonsils?

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How can i get rid of a sore throat and swollen tonsils and glands?

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I can't go to the doctor, no money. i have really bad swollen tonsils along with headaches, but how do i get rid of the swolleness?

A member asked:

Ive had swollen tonsils with white bits on for a month.how do i get rid of this...should i see a doc..its not sore...but bad breath?

A member asked:

Home treatment for swollen tonsils and pain when swallowing, slight cough, white patches and spots on tonsils?

A member asked:

My 11 year olds tonsils are a little swollen. she isn't sick. but it hurts her to swallow. what is this and how do you get rid of it?

A member asked:

Three weeks ago i finished taking penicillin because my left tonsil was swollen. after finishing penicillin my tonsil swelling went down but there's lump still behind it. how do i get rid of this?

A member asked:

Husband has lump on his tonsil (due to be removed) gout that he cant get rid of and now swollen lymph nodes under his chin. how concerned should we be?

A member asked:

Is it normal for me to get swollen tonsils once a year when the cold is coming ?

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