Lingual tonsil swollen on one side

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Asked for Male, 25 Years

My left lingual tonsil is swollen for last 1 month. Earlier there ws no pain now there is little pain while swallowing and ear pain as well. It also has white dots over it. I am a heavy smoker. Please help.

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Dr. Amol Patil Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist 22 yrs exp Mumbai Consult Now · Accepted Answer

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Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist 22 yrs exp Mumbai

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You are high risk patient in view of smoking so needs evaluation by ENT specialist to rule out anything serious

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