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What Causes A White Headed Sore Near The Left Tonsil?

I noticed today that I have developed a small, ulcer like growth hanging off near by/on the front of my left tonsil (similar to the size of a pea... possibly smaller...not too sure). It appears to have what looks like a white head on it. It causes slight irritation when swallowing (yet I have no difficulty breathing). I was out over New Years and smoked a couple cigs (1 or 2). I also have a history of frequent tonsillitis (haven t had it for the past few years though). Hope someone can shed some light on this issue.
Mon, 19 Feb 2018
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Hello,

Thanks for your query on HCM

"As"per your clinical history is concerned please follow like this -

1)Do a clinical examination by your treating Doctor [ENT]and do CBC with differential to confirm it.

2)Do warm saline gargle and discuss preventive antibiotics [Azithromycin]with your treating Doctor and [paracetamol]for fever and pain.

3)Discuss surgical options if any stone or any abnormal growth is detected.

Do few things at home to recover soon -

1)Do take rest and get plenty of sleep.

2)Drink plenty of fluids per day to prevent dehydration.

3)You can take warm liquids' broth, caffeine-free tea or warm water with honey which can soothe a sore throat.

4)Try to humidify the air. Use a cool-air humidifier to eliminate dry air that may further irritate a sore throat.

5)Try to avoid irritants. Keep your home free from cigarette smoke and cleaning products that can irritate the throat.

Hope that helps
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What Causes A White Headed Sore Near The Left Tonsil?

Hello, Thanks for your query on HCM As per your clinical history is concerned please follow like this - 1)Do a clinical examination by your treating Doctor [ENT]and do CBC with differential to confirm it. 2)Do warm saline gargle and discuss preventive antibiotics [Azithromycin]with your treating Doctor and [paracetamol]for fever and pain. 3)Discuss surgical options if any stone or any abnormal growth is detected. Do few things at home to recover soon - 1)Do take rest and get plenty of sleep. 2)Drink plenty of fluids per day to prevent dehydration. 3)You can take warm liquids broth, caffeine-free tea or warm water with honey which can soothe a sore throat. 4)Try to humidify the air. Use a cool-air humidifier to eliminate dry air that may further irritate a sore throat. 5)Try to avoid irritants. Keep your home free from cigarette smoke and cleaning products that can irritate the throat. Hope that helps