Question 1

I've been dealing with nasal congestion and a sore throat for a while now. I've noticed yellow bumps at the back of my throat, and my tonsils are swollen and look like they're ripped or something. What do you think could be causing this, and how should I handle it?

Accepted Answer

your symptoms suggest of tonsillitis Bacterial Tonsillitis

1. Yellow or white patchesbumps
2. Swollen, red, or torn-looking tonsils
3. Sore throat
4. Nasal congestion

Viral Tonsillitis

1. Similar symptoms, but milder
2. Fever
3. Fatigue
4. Runny nose

Question 2

I'm doing gargling and taking steam every day. Today, I had my COVID-19 test because my parents tested positive. I don't have any symptoms, but about an hour after the test, I started spitting blood mixed with saliva, and it happened about ten times....

Accepted Answer

Yes that could be due to throat swab test no need to worry you can ignore it,consume warm food aand maintain healthy life style

Question 3

I'm a 34-year-old female and recently noticed a white oval lump behind my tonsil on the left side of my mouth. I only spotted it last month while dealing with some wisdom teeth issues. It doesn't hurt or cause any symptoms, but I'm really anxious abo...

Accepted Answer

It sounds like you may have a tonsil stone, also known as a tonsillolith. Tonsil stones are small, white or yellowish lumps that can form in the crevices of your tonsils. They are usually harmless and can sometimes occur after an episode of tonsillitis or when debris gets trapped in the tonsil crypts. To help reduce the size of the tonsil stone and prevent them from forming, you can try gargling with warm salt water regularly. In some cases, if the tonsil stones are large or causing discomfort, they may need to be removed by a healthcare professional. In the meantime, you can try using a water flosser to gently dislodge the tonsil stone. If you continue to have concerns or if the lump behind your tonsil changes in size or causes any symptoms, it's important to follow up with your healthcare provider for further evaluation.

Question 4

I recently had my ear wax removed by an ENT specialist and now everything sounds super loud to me. My own voice even echoes a lot, which is really disturbing. Could you please give me some advice on how to deal with this?

Accepted Answer

you may be experiencing temporary changes in your hearing sensitivity and perception due to the removal of ear wax. To cope with this, you can try using ear plugs or earmuffs in noisy environments to reduce the loudness of sounds. Additionally, you can try speaking softly and practicing speaking at a lower volume to minimize the echo effect of your own voice. Over time, your hearing should adjust back to normal.

Question 5

I've been sneezing non-stop and my doctor mentioned trying nasal sprays. How often can I safely use them each day? Are there any side effects I should worry about? Also, could you recommend a good nasal spray by name?

Accepted Answer

Nasal sprays for allergies are usually given once in a day 2 sprays per nostril. Also it depends on the compound in the spray.Usually sprays for allergies do not have any side effects and can be used safely for a long time. But there are also other nasal sprays which shouldnt be used for more then 3-4 days.

Question 6

I'm gluten intolerant and every time I accidentally eat gluten, I end up with acid reflux which really irritates my throat. It feels like I have a cotton ball stuck down there. Is there anything I can do to make my throat feel better when this happens?

Accepted Answer

For immediate relief of throat irritation, warm fluids, honey, and saltwater gargles can help soothe your throat. In the long term, managing your gluten intolerance and acid reflux triggers through dietary changes and medications is key. If the discomfort continues, its important to speak to a doctor for further evaluation.

I've been dealing with nasal congestion and a sore throat for a while now. I've noticed yellow bumps at the back of my throat, and my tonsils are swollen and look like they're ripped or something. What do you think could be causing this, and how should I handle it?

I've been dealing with nasal congestion and a sore throat for a while now. I've noticed yellow bumps at the back of my throat, and my tonsils are swollen and look like they're ripped or something. What do you think could be causing this, and how should I handle it?

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