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What Causes Soreness In Throat?

Hi there, two days ago I had a very soar throat. Yesterday, a hole development near the back of my throat where my tonsils would be (I had them removed when I was young). Today, that whole is white, I am assuming with puss. My throat is not as soar today and seems to be feeling better, however the hole i am seeing is concerning me. Please let me know your thoughts. Thank you!
posted on Mon, 7 Jul 2014
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hi.
welcome to HCM,
..Both tonsil and adenoid tissue has the ability to regenerate if it is not completely removed during surgery. Even a very tiny amount of tissue can cause them to grow back. However, this isn't a common occurrence.
If your tonsils are growing back, you might see bumps where your tonsils used to be, or they may become infected and swollen.. the white patch you are seeing may be slough or food debris...
use Chlorhexidine gargle...
hope i have cleared your doubt...
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What Causes Soreness In Throat?

hi. welcome to HCM, ..Both tonsil and adenoid tissue has the ability to regenerate if it is not completely removed during surgery. Even a very tiny amount of tissue can cause them to grow back. However, this isn t a common occurrence. If your tonsils are growing back, you might see bumps where your tonsils used to be, or they may become infected and swollen.. the white patch you are seeing may be slough or food debris... use Chlorhexidine gargle... hope i have cleared your doubt...