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Female | 17

Why is my uvula swollen with white tonsil spots?

Hey I have been having a sore throat for a while and when I looked at the back of the theoat my uvula looked swollen and I thought that I saw white stuff on my tonsils.

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Answered on 23rd May '24

You may be suffering from a condition called Tonsilitis. It is a bacterial and viral infection that may also affect the adenoids and the lingual tonsils. Pus is a sign of infection. Symptoms include a feeling of pain in the throat and while swallowing food and a fever. Drinking plenty of fluids and taking care of themselves is vital, It's best to see an ENT specialist (Ear, Nose, and Throat doctor) for a proper diagnosis and treatment.

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Questions & Answers on "Ent Surgery" (255)

I am a 17 male who is visiting France from the US. I just got to France yesterday, but was in UK for 9 days before that. Yesterday, my dad started experiencing symptoms, and today, my mom, my sister, and I are all experiencing symptoms as well. My main symptom is sore throat and difficulty swallowing. As a tourist, our options are limited. I have started taking OTC Humex Rhume to help with symptoms.

Male | 17

You and your family may have caught a cold virus, which is highly contagious when people are in close contact. Some symptoms that come along with having a cold include a sore throat and trouble swallowing. Taking over-the-counter Humex Rhume can relieve these symptoms. Make sure to drink lots of fluids and get plenty of rest.

Answered on 13th June '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

Vertigo and congestion since Sunday..ears feel plugged

Female | 43

Sounds like a ear issue. This needs to be evaluated and further treated with medicines. Kindly visit your ent..

Answered on 13th June '24

Dr. Rakshita Kamath

Dr. Rakshita Kamath

I went to barber shop yesterday . While cutting my ear hair by a hair trimmer there was a cut and blood came . Am I at risk of hiv

Male | 38

You can relax, getting a little scratch on your hand from a trimmer at the hairdresser's doesn't make you prone to falling ill with HIV. HIV doesn't transfer itself through minor bruises, though. Keep it dry and worry about any visible symptoms that could manifest, e.g., redness, swelling, or pain. In case it does not improve or if you feel concerned, you can also make an appointment with a doctor s you can get a peace of mind. 

Answered on 10th Nov '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

I am a 27-year-old female and I have dry throat and Malaria for 3 weeks. I've used malaria drugs and antibiotics but the dryness is severe I don't know what to do next.

Female | 27

Dry throat is a condition that can be caused by several factors such as dehydration, infections, or even side effects of medications. You should be glad to know that your proactive approach has already been able to help you. To alleviate your dry throat try drinking more water, using humidifiers, and sucking on lozenges. If still the dryness persists, think of going back to your doctor for further assessment.

Answered on 24th Oct '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

Good evening,,i have alot of mucus even while am not sick,which medicine should i use to stop mucus

Female | 22

Dealing with e­xcess mucus without illness fee­ls very bothersome. The­ mucus might happen due to allergie­s, irritants, or weather changes. An ove­r-the-counter saline nasal spray he­lps. It thins mucus, so you clear your nose easie­r. But read instructions carefully on medication labe­ls.

Answered on 8th Aug '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

I have problem in my right ear suddenly one month ago i feel deafness in my right ear got audiogram test at pd hinduja hospital got suggetion from doctor arptit sharma ent specialist now the audiogram report problem find is sensonural hearing loss doctor say its too late for treatment he give me one month steoroid tablet i take tablet 11 days but there is not a any good sign i am confused what should i do consult a diffrent ent specialist or if my nerve is damaged i consult with nerologist please sugest

Male | 41

Please continue on the steroids as they are the only way to provide some stimulus to the hearing nerve in this situation. There are other medications that can be given to increase blood supply to the nerve but the best chance of nerve recovery is within the first one or two days after which the chances are unpredictable and low in most cases. Please take a follow up consult your ENT surgeon as they will keep a close watch on improvement in the nerve which usually isn't something you will be able to perceive by yourself. You need to have repeat hearing testings to watch for improvement. In all cases, do not stop the steroid abruptly!

Answered on 19th July '24

Dr. Rakshita Kamath

Dr. Rakshita Kamath

Answered on 22nd July '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Atul Mittal

Dr. Atul Mittal

I need help from ent,othology surgeon i have been diagnosed with discrete chronic mastoiditis. I have pain around ear and it spreads even to the temporal bone and artery. Can i send you my ct and mri photos so you can tell me more?

Male | 30

Yes please. I will also need more details on your history.

Answered on 13th June '24

Dr. Rakshita Kamath

Dr. Rakshita Kamath

Suggestive of left maxillary sinusitis with right maxillary antral polyp and rhinitis

Female | 18

The symptoms indicate an inflammation of the left maxillary sinus and the presence of a polyp in the right maxillary antrum, and sinusitis symptoms such as rhinitis as well. As a result, the person may experience a stuffy nose, facial pain or pressure, and a discharging nose. In case of sinusitis nasal discharge, accompanied by facial pressure or pain sometimes by a fever, can be either due to germs or from the immune system. Nasal pips are whenever the tissues of the virtual with a nasal or similar cavity show the presence of small swellings. The treatment of disease includes some of the most common allergy medicines, antibiotics, and in some cases, surgery.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

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