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Tonsillitis
Went to the dr in late November for strep throat and a sinus infection, tested negative for strep but I have cobblestone throat and my left tonsil is inflamed. My doctor said I have some pus behind It & I have a small hole on my tonsil as well. My throat does not hurt and I no longer have any symptoms. I have taken both azthromycin and doxycycline. My throat still looks the same. My doctor has said just to keep an eye on it. Should I just go ahead and go to an ENT?
So, your pcp is monitoring this? If you have great insurance and it doesn't cost an arm and a leg, never hurts to get it looked at by an ENT but otherwise, it sounds like you've covered your basis. I'm glad you have no symptoms!
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Hello~Even though there may not appear to be an infection anymore, it is still a good idea to have the issues causing it checked out. I would certainly see the ENT and have it taken care of. Having a hole in your tonsils and still some pus means it could flare up at any time, and this time, it could be worse.
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