Most throat symptoms can be assessed and managed in primary care. Tonsillectomy is now only undertaken if there are significant, frequent, documented episodes of tonsillitis, affecting quality of life: tonsillar stones are not treated by the NHS in Scotland.
Persistent sore throat and hoarseness need full assessment. For an overview of ENT CANCER RED FLAG THROAT SYMPTOMS – please see:
- Neck Lump and Throat Cancer Risk Assessment
- Scottish Referral Guidelines for Suspected Cancer
- Head and neck and thyroid cancers
Full details of services and contact details are on the ENT welcome page
CM 12/12/25
