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Being treated for tonsillitis in one tonsil. is it normal for pus to be draining from the tonsil after 5 days of meds. should i push pus out?
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Tonsillar Abscess: Abscess of the tonsils can be a very serious problem. I would at least contact your physician to make sure they do not want to change the medication or see you again.
Answered 10/22/2019
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Tonsillitis: See an ENT doctor to make sure you do not have an abscess which will require surgical drainage.
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