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I have my right tonsil enlarged and back of my right side of tongue and throat has a burning feeling i have an erupting right 3rd molar too and it hurts as well, is this something serious because everything is on right side, i dont have flu or cold?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

You probably have infection of that molar tooth with reactive tonsillar inflammation (the tonsil's function is same as a regional lymph node). You need to see your dentist ASAP and likely you will need to be treated with antibiotic first.

Answered 11/29/2021

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You may have pericoronitis which is an infection around the gum of an erupting 3rd molar that is impacted; lack of room to erupt straight. Food & debris get trapped in the gums creating an infection which can cause referred pain in the area. Rinse or irrigate with warm salt water (1/2 cup water + 1/2 tsp salt). See the dentist ASAP. You may need antibiotics & referral to an Oral Surgeon. Take care

Answered 11/29/2021

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