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I had my tonsils out about 3 months ago. recovery went well but for the last 6 weeks there feels like swelling in my throat along with pain. i have seen my ent and he gave a proton pump inhibitor, but the pain is getting worse. what should i do?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

ENT follow up: Your throat pain and swelling may be caused by a number of conditions. If you have reflux, a medication adjustment may be needed. The specialist may need to take a biopsy of the area for prolonged symptoms to rule out other causes.

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Answered 3/15/2022

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A member asked:

I had my tonsils out about 3 months ago. recovery went well but for the last 6 weeks there feels like swelling in my throat along with pain. i have seen my ent and he gave a proton pump inhibitor, but the pain is getting worse. what should i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Dr Singh and 6 doctors agreed

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