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Have Lump On Left Side Of Epiglottis With Feeling Of Swollen Tonsil
Lump on left side of epiglottis. Same color as rest of throat but it is noticeable. Also. My sinuses are feeling like they are draining and it feels as if I have a swollen tonsil or some lump in the back of my throat. I can swallow just fine and there is not any real pain. Symptoms have lasted two days so far
Mon, 10 Mar 2014
Hello
If you dont have pain or trouble while swallowing, you dont have to worry much and can start gargling with warm salt water and steam inhalation 3-4 times a day for the sinus infection.The swelling in the throat is due to enlarged lymph tissue and will come down in a few days.
If however you develop pain or fever, you will need antibiotics and should meet your ent doctor for the prescription.
Thanks
If you dont have pain or trouble while swallowing, you dont have to worry much and can start gargling with warm salt water and steam inhalation 3-4 times a day for the sinus infection.The swelling in the throat is due to enlarged lymph tissue and will come down in a few days.
If however you develop pain or fever, you will need antibiotics and should meet your ent doctor for the prescription.
Thanks
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