A member asked:

My tonsils are look swollen. my throat hurts and its hard to swallow. i have a headache and my ears hurt. could my tonsils be infected?

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Dr. Tony Ho answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Possibly: From what you are describing, it is pretty likely. Go get it evaluated by a doctor.

Answered 9/23/2017

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Possibly: For significant sore throat with swollen tonsils / lymph nodes – see physician & get a strep throat test/ culture. If you have Strep Throat, antibiotic therapy is imperative to prevent future complications. Consider Tylenol or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications. Saltwater gargles: Mix 1 tsp salt in 8 oz warm water – gargle several times a day. Can gargle with Aloe Vera juice twice a day.

Answered 10/26/2018

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