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One of my tonsils is bigger than the other. Why?

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I am a 19-year-old female. I do not drink alcohol or smoke. One of my tonsils remains bigger than the other. I noticed it especially after getting an infection on one of my wisdom tooth and I started to have sore throat. My infected tooth was present on the left side but I have tonsil enlargement on the right side. I cannot tell whether it is red or painful. I feel like I had this before having my wisdom tooth infection and I do not have any other symptoms. I noticed a blood blister on my cheek. But I am not sure whether they are related. I do not have any bumps on my neck or throat. I took Amoxycillin and Flagyl for my wisdom tooth infection present before three months.
Answered by Dr. Kanitkar Nishant Rajeev

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Dr. Kanitkar Nishant Rajeev is a highly experienced General Practitioner and Family Physician with extensive years of clinical practice. He provides comprehensive primary care services to individuals and families, focusing on preventive health, chronic disease management, and overall well-being. Dr. Rajeev is dedicated to offering patient-centered care, accurate diagnosis, and effective treatment plans, ensuring his patients receive holistic and continuous medical support across all stages of life.

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Hi,

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I can understand your concern. One of the tonsils remains larger than the other. I do not think that this is an issue at this moment. Sore throat occurs due to wisdom tooth infection and you are taking the right treatment. Your tonsil does not hurt and you do not know whether it remains red or yellow due to pus. I suggest you ignore the size of the tonsil for a time being. Most probably, it will go away on its own. Even if it does not occur, there is nothing to be worried about as it is not giving any trouble in swallowing with pain. Have a follow-up when tooth infection occurs again or if your tonsil becomes red or yellow or painful.

Regarding follow up

Have a follow-up when your tonsil causes pain or becomes red.
Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At November 21, 2020
Reviewed At December 26, 2023

Education:

MBBS

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Dr. Kanitkar Nishant Rajeev is a highly experienced General Practitioner and Family Physician with extensive years of clinical practice. He provides comprehensive primary care services to individuals and families, focusing on preventive health, chronic disease management, and overall well-being. Dr. Rajeev is dedicated to offering patient-centered care, accurate diagnosis, and effective treatment plans, ensuring his patients receive holistic and continuous medical support across all stages of life.

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Dr. K. Shobana is a Dental Surgeon specializing in oral health and dental care. She is skilled in preventive dentistry and provides oral hygiene education. She can do restorative treatments such as fillings and crowns. She can handle periodontal problems such as gum diseases and periodontitis. She can do root canal treatment.

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MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Kanitkar Nishant Rajeev is a highly experienced General Practitioner and Family Physician with extensive years of clinical practice. He provides comprehensive primary care services to individuals and families, focusing on preventive health, chronic disease management, and overall well-being. Dr. Rajeev is dedicated to offering patient-centered care, accurate diagnosis, and effective treatment plans, ensuring his patients receive holistic and continuous medical support across all stages of life.

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