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Can a swollen tonsil cause gagging?

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Published At August 17, 2017
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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I possibly had mono five months ago. I did not get it confirmed with a test though. I felt better in two months. However, I was stressed a few weeks ago as I got a lump going from my uvula to my tonsil on one side of my mouth. I initially thought it was an allergy and left it. Two weeks went by and it did not go away. I went to my doctor and she said that she did not see anything. Although I felt she did not try hard enough and when I had stuck my tongue out she could not see it as well. So, it was a waste of money. Now, my tonsil on the other side is swollen. I was gagging a lot as my sister thought it was funny and kept grossing me out. But now, my throat hurts. The lump is obnoxious and I have been having mild sore throats since the time I first noticed it. It cannot be an allergy because I do not eat the same things each day, nor do I stay in the usual environments that trigger my regular allergies. I am worried.

Answered by Dr. Mehak Agarwal

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

You have a throat infection. It is tonsillitis with granular pharyngitis.The tonsils, as well as the lymphoid tissues of the posterior pharyngeal wall, are enlarged and infected. I suggest the following: 1. A course of antibiotics like Amoxyclav 1 g (a combination of Amoxycillin and Clavulanic acid) twice daily for seven days. 2. An oral decongestant for five days. 3. Anti-inflammatory and a painkiller like Ibuprofen and Paracetamol for five days. 4. Use Chlorhexidine mouthwash four times for five days. If the symptoms persist after three days of taking the medicines, please let me know.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Mehak Agarwal
Dr. Mehak Agarwal

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