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I have tonsillitis and my left tonsil has just started bleeding, i only feel pain when i swallow. what should i do?

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Dr. Anifat Balogun answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Bleeding tonsil: Bleeding from your tonsil is a very good reason to go to a&e for immediate evaluation and management.

Answered 12/5/2016

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