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Swollen Tonsils really hurt

2017-10-08 23:06:05
I woke this morning with swollen tonsils that kill. Can barely breathe out of my mouth. Haven't eaten anything all day, loss of appetite and hurts too much. Its primarily one of the tonsils but they both hurt and are deep red. lack of energy and I feel notorious went I walked around. Can't swallow without severe pain
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Hello Dear Patient, You are suffering with Acute Tonsillitis, Avoid having anything which is cold, Repeat warm salt water gargling daily 3-4 times. For pain you can take some painkillers. If the symptoms doesn't subside within 2 days you can see an ENT surgeon.
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