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Throat MRI?

sam93
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I’m freaking out. 

I’m 25 and have been suffering with a sore throat for four weeks on the right side around the tonsil area. 

I saw an ENT last night that put a camera up my nose and down my the throat and had a good look and poke around. He thinks it could be a tonsil stone that he can’t get at. He also said that it wasn’t anything to worry about. 

Then I saw another ENT tonight who didn’t use a camera and said I need to go for an MRI. He also says that a tonsil stone doesn’t cause pain. This ENT was private so the scan would cost £££. 

I’m confused as seeing the ENT last night totally put my mind at risk. But seeing one tonight has really worried me. 

I’d appreciate any advice... 

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  • Hi Sam and welcome to the forum.

    I'm sorry about the worries your sore throat is causing and the differing feedback you've received from the ENTs you've seen. Hopefully some of our members who have been in a similar situation will be along soon to offer their thoughts and advice but you could go back to your GP and let them know what you were told when you went to see the private ENT and see what they think.

    Whatever you decide to do, I hope you are able to get the reassurance and peace of mind you're seeking at this time.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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  • Hi Sam and welcome to the forum.

    I'm sorry about the worries your sore throat is causing and the differing feedback you've received from the ENTs you've seen. Hopefully some of our members who have been in a similar situation will be along soon to offer their thoughts and advice but you could go back to your GP and let them know what you were told when you went to see the private ENT and see what they think.

    Whatever you decide to do, I hope you are able to get the reassurance and peace of mind you're seeking at this time.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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