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Pristyn Care Clinic, Chennai, Chennai

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₹ 600 at clinic
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Pristyn Care Clinic, Chennai, Chennai

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Dr. Vishnu Narayanan

ENT Specialist10 Years Exp.
MBBS, MS- Oto Rhino Laryngology
₹ 600 at clinic
Pristyn Care Clinic, Chennai, Chennai , Chennai
Available today: 10:00 AM - 07:00 PM
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Dr Dinesh Amararam

ENT Specialist13 Years Exp.
MBBS, MS
₹ 600 at clinic
Pristyn Care Clinic, Chennai, Chennai , Chennai
Available today: 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
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Dr. Nirmal Kumar Jayaraman

ENT Specialist26 Years Exp.
MBBS, MS
₹ 300 at clinic
Santhosh Clinic , Villivakkam , Chennai
Available today: 06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
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Dr. Niraj Joshi

ENT Specialist24 Years Exp.
MD - Physician, Diploma in Otorhinolaryngology (DLO), Fellow of Academy of General Education (FAGE)
₹ 800 at clinic
500 online
ENT Head and Neck Care , Chennai
Recently consulted for:Ear Lobe Correction, Throat and Voice Problems
Available today: 10:30 AM - 02:00 PM
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Dr. Jayagar Prabakaran

ENT Specialist21 Years Exp.
MBBS, masters in public health, MS - ENT
₹ 500 at clinic
500 online
Apollo Clinic , Valasaravakkam , Chennai
Available today: 01:00 PM - 01:30 PM
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Dr. Shyamala R

ENT Specialist38 Years Exp.
MBBS, Diploma in Otorhinolaryngology (DLO), MS - ENT
₹ 500 at clinic
Neeraja ENT Clinic , Kandanchavadi , Chennai
Recently consulted for:Ear Pain
Available today: 07:30 PM - 09:30 PM
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Dr. Kumar M

ENT Specialist24 Years Exp.
MBBS, MS - ENT, DLO
₹ 500 at clinic
200 online
SRI SAI ENT CENTER , Chennai
Available today: 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
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Dr. Vinoth

General Physician13 Years Exp.
MS - ENT, DNB - Otorhinolaryngology, MBBS
₹ 500 at clinic
SIMS Hospital , Nungambakkam , Chennai
Available today: 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM
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Dr. Muraleedharan Amarapathy

ENT Specialist46 Years Exp.
MBBS, MS - ENT
₹ 500 at clinic
400 online
Dentiheal Ent,Head And Neck Clinic , Thiruvanmiyur , Chennai
Available today: 05:30 PM - 08:30 PM
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Dr. Rochas Berlin

Homeopathy Doctor17 Years Exp.
BHMS, MSc COUNSELLING AND PSYCHOTHERAPY
₹ 500 at clinic
600 online
Wellness care Homoeo clinic , Porur , Chennai
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Best Doctors for Tonsils (Tonsillitis) in Chennai

Doctor's NameClinic FeesLybrate Ratings
Vishnu Narayanan₹ 60083
Dinesh Amararam₹ 60091
Nirmal Kumar Jayaraman₹ 30086
Niraj Joshi₹ 800NA
Jayagar Prabakaran₹ 500NA
Shyamala R₹ 500NA
Kumar M₹ 50092
Vinoth₹ 500NA
Muraleedharan Amarapathy₹ 500NA
Rochas Berlin₹ 50093

Doctors for Tonsils (Tonsillitis) in Chennai

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of doctor is best for Tonsils (Tonsillitis)?

If you have been experiencing discomfort in swallowing things or have severe soreness in your throat along with severe pain, then you should visit an ENT (ear, nose, throat) specialist. In the early phase, you can visit your family doctor and if there are any symptoms of tonsils, you’ll be referred to a specialist by the doctor.

What are the treatments for Tonsils (Tonsillitis)?

The most trivial way of treatment is taking medicines. You will be advised to take penicillin which is an antibiotic. If due to some medical condition you cannot take penicillin you’ll be prescribed other medicine by your doctor after proper checkup. Generally doctors prescribe you to go for antibiotic medications if the cause of tonsillitis was bacteria which caused infection in the throat resulting in infectious tonsillitis disease. Antibiotics help in controlling bacterial action and thus preventing the infection from spreading further to other parts of the body. Another way of treatment is undergoing a surgery, a surgery usually relieves you from chronic tonsils or recurring tonsils and even bacterial tonsils.

Should I go to the doctor for Tonsils (Tonsillitis) in Chennai?

Yes, of course you should go to the doctor for Tonsils in Chennai. You can visit the website www.lybrate.com. This site can not only provide you with a list of doctors for tonsillitis but also there are reviews, ratings and complete information about the doctor. You can compare the various factors and then go for the doctor of your choice. You can also get an appointment booked in minutes via this site.

How to find the best doctor for Tonsils (Tonsillitis) treatment in Chennai?

To find the best doctor for Tonsils (Tonsillitis) treatment in Chennai, you need to follow some easy steps. Open your browser, type www.lybrate.com in the search bar, when you click on this site, you can search for Tonsils and a list of best doctors will be presented before you. You can check out the available doctors and then choose a doctor as per your requirements and choice. There are ratings , reviews, previous patients' experiences, and the doctors’ experience, qualifications and fee charges are all given here. You can book your appointment online then and there on the website itself.

What is the fastest way to treat Tonsils (Tonsillitis)?

The fastest way and most efficient first hand step to treat tonsils is going for antibiotic medications. You will be advised to take penicillin which is an antibiotic. If due to some medical condition you cannot take penicillin you’ll be given other medicine. Antibiotics are usually prescribed if tonsils are caused due to some bacterial infection. Antibiotics prevent the infection from spreading to other parts of the body and also from getting the condition worsened. Some other home remedies to fasten up the process will be gargling with warm salty water, avoiding food that might strike your throat, not taking hard food but only liquids, painkillers to get relief from pain.

When to consult a doctor for Tonsils (Tonsillitis)?

You should consult a doctor for Tonsils (Tonsillitis) in the following scenarios:

  • If you have been experiencing severe pain in your throat for the last 4-5 days.
  • If you are having difficulty in swallowing saliva or food items.
  • If you are having a high fever along with the symptoms of red tonsils.
  • There is a pain in the ear and loss of appetite.
  • There are blisters in your throat which causes immense pain.
  • Upset stomach in children and pain in stomach due to the same.

Why you should consult a doctor for Tonsils (Tonsillitis)?

You should consult a doctor for Tonsils (Tonsillitis) to avoid the condition from getting severe. In most of the cases tonsils are caused due to bacterial infections. If proper medication is not followed, the infection might spread all over the body, which is the worst case scenario. So, to avoid such conditions, one must consult a doctor for tonsils as soon as the symptoms grow more visible.

What questions should I ask my doctor if I am suffering from Tonsils (Tonsillitis)?

If you are suffering from Tonsils (Tonsillitis) , you should ask the following questions:

  • What is the cause of tonsillitis?
  • How long is the full recovery supposed to take?
  • What type of tonsils is it, acute , chronic or recurring?
  • Should I follow some home remedies, if yes, then which will be safe to go for?
  • Are there any side effects of medicines?
  • What are the alternatives if I’m allergic to the medicine you prescribed?
  • What are the major symptoms to watch for?
  • Are there any precautionary measures or dietary precautions I should be taking along with medicines?
  • What healthy changes should I opt for in my lifestyle to see better results?
  • Are there any long term food items I should refrain from even after I've recovered?

What is the cost of Tonsils (Tonsillitis) treatment in Chennai?

The overall cost of treatment of tonsillitis disease ranges from around 55,000 to 65,000 INR in Chennai. It heavily depends on the hospital, the infrastructure and the brand name. It might vary a little bit from the price given, as the facilities provided by the hospital, the medicines, and the doctor’s experience and qualification adds to the cost of treatment. You can visit www.lybrate.com for more information regarding this.

What diseases are associated with Tonsils (Tonsillitis)?

Diseases or medical conditions associated with Tonsils (Tonsillitis) are:

  • Common cold
  • Diarrhea
  • Fever
  • Headache
  • Sore and painful throat