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A member asked:

One of my tonsils has swollen up and ive pushed it to the side with my finger and a little bit of green thick pus came out when taking my finger out ?

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Tonsil: Sounds like tonsillar crypt infection. gargle with 1/2 tsp of salt or baking soda in glass of lukewarm water. If gets worse, may need antibiotics

Answered 5/18/2018

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