I have a red pimple or ball on my tonsil that looks swollen and painful. Should I go see a doctor?

Hello Ma'am,

It's hard to say without giving an opinion, but I would tend to err on the side of caution and go for a consultation.

Indeed, the situation you describe may very well need a doctor's attention. In fact, only doctors can provide a diagnosis and I think we need a clear diagnosis before we attempt any treatment option. Otherwise, we risk causing negative effects without the benefits of treatment, as well as causing a delay in addressing your current situation.

As the pandemic is causing great challenges in the doctor's office, perhaps you could try services such as Hello Health or Maple if your doctor cannot see you within a week.

I'm sorry I can't help you further at this time.

Good day,

Alexandre Chagnon, pharmacist