Suggest Treatment For Follicular Tonsillitis

Posted on Thu, 8 Jan 2015

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Question : I have small green patches (looks like bacteria splotches) on the back left side of my throat. It has been over a month that i feel a slight sensation there....nothing too painful. 1 on 10 for pain. I've been prescribed cefprozil.

thoughts?

Answered by Dr. Sumit Bhatti (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Resolving Follicular Tonsillitis. Get a throat swab and strep test done.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thank you for your query.

1. The image shows tonsillitis, probably a resolving follicular tonsillitis.

2. This may be viral or bacterial in origin, however it is advisable to go in for a throat swab to rule out a strep throat.

3. Your current medication is fine. I would recommend an OTC medicated oral rinse. Anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic medication will help control the discomfort in the neck.

4. Upload the throat swab culture report either here or directly at bit.ly/Dr-Sumit-Bhatti

I hope that I have answered your query. If you have any more questions I will be available to answer them.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad

Follow up: Dr. Sumit Bhatti (36 minutes later)

Thank you! A Strep rest was done and came back negative. The doctor at the clinic (not my gp) suggested she do a culture test (quite expensive)

I opted to take the medication for 10 days and then re-evaluate.

Do you agree with my course of action?

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Sumit Bhatti (12 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Yes. You can finish the course & then re - evaluate

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thank you for writing back.

1. Yes, you may complete the course of the current medication and then re-evaluate.

2. Request supportive medication. If you feel better, no further treatment is requiring.

3. If you do not get full recovery, the culture and sensitivity swab should be sent.

I hope that I have answered your query. If you have any more questions I will be available to answer them.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Bhagyalaxmi Nalaparaju