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When i consume certain food/drinks, the back of my throat only on one side (the tonsil area) feels inflamed and a bit swollen. i have no other reaction, it goes away after a couple hours. is this a form of allergy? why is it always on just one side?

Q: when i consume certain food/drinks, the back of my throat only on one side (the tonsil area) feels inflamed and a bit swollen. i have no other reaction, it goes away after a couple hours. is this a form of allergy? why is it always on just one side?

: I wouldn't regard this as an allergic reaction. It would be worthwhile to have a careful throat and neck examination by your physician or an otolaryngologist.

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

I wouldn't regard this as an allergic reaction. It would be worthwhile to have a careful throat and neck examination by your physician or an otolaryngologist.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 4/25/2021

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A member asked:

When i consume certain food/drinks, the back of my throat only on one side (the tonsil area) feels inflamed and a bit swollen. i have no other reaction, it goes away after a couple hours. is this a form of allergy? why is it always on just one side?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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