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My dr told me my tonsils are swollen and are a deep purple color. i've been put on a z-pak today but what made this happen and will i need them remove?
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Most of the time NO: With better antibiotics , and medical management surgery for tonsils are done less often than few decades ago. go back for follow up you will b fine.
Answered 5/6/2015
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