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I've had one enlarged tonsil for two months now. just finished steriods which didn't seem to do much if anything. ent really isn't concerned. no other symptoms should i push to have them removed or not? right is +1 left is +2?
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There are clear recommendations for removing tonsils or tonsillectomy. Any inhaled substances or allergies among others can create chronic inflammation and a very thorough exam and review of possible causes through elimination would be needed. “Pushing” to have own organs removed not likely to help in general.
Answered 11/7/2021
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