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I've had strep throat and tonsillitis at least once every month. it hurts to swollow, should i have tonsils removed?

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Dr. Lois A Freisleben-Cook answered

Yes: At the very least you should consult an ENT doctor to consider tonsillectomy.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 5/16/2015

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A member asked:

I've had strep throat and tonsillitis at least once every month. it hurts to swollow, should i have tonsils removed?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Lois A Freisleben-Cook answered

Dr Altman agreed

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