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A member asked:
I have sharp throbbing pain localized to my left tonsil. what could it be? i'm having a tonsillectomy in 2 weeks, should i try to get in sooner?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Acute tonsillitis?: See your doctor for a rapid strep test. If it is positive you need antibiotics .
Answered 9/18/2014
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Ask your surgeon.: Contact your oral surgeon or go to the ER. I'm concerned that you might have a peritonsillar abscess which can be a surgical emergency. Symptoms include throat pain, difficulty swallowing, muffled voice, drooling & airway blockage. Tonsillectomy is curative but your oral surgeon or emergency physician will need to decide if you need immediate intervention.
Answered 9/19/2014
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