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Swollen tongue and Swollen tonsils

WebMD Symptom Checker helps you find the most common medical conditions indicated by the symptoms swollen tongue and swollen tonsils including Tonsillitis, Drug allergy, and Viral pharyngitis.

There are 7 conditions associated with swollen tongue and swollen tonsils. The links below will provide you with more detailed information on these medical conditions from the WebMD Symptom Checker and help provide a better understanding of causes and treatment of these related conditions.

  • Tonsillitis

    Tonsillitis is painful swelling in the tonsils, causing sore throat, red tonsils, pain, fever, and more.

  • Drug allergy

    A drug allergy is an allergic reaction to a medication and can cause a rapid heartbeat and difficulty breathing.

  • Viral pharyngitis

    Viral pharyngitis is a sore throat caused by a virus, and causes throat pain and cold-like symptoms.

  • Dehydration (Children)

    Dehydration, or not getting enough fluid, causes dry and sticky mouth, tearless crying, and more in children.

  • Mononucleosis

    Mononucleosis is a viral infection causing extreme fatigue, sore throat, fever, rash, muscle aches, and more.

  • Dehydration (Adult)

    Dehydration, or not getting enough fluid, causes low blood pressure, weakness, dizziness, fatigue, and nausea.

  • Thermal burn of mouth or tongue

    A thermal burn of the mouth or tongue can cause pain, blisters, peeling skin, and temporary loss of taste.