###Human: Is it normal for my epiglottis to appear yellowish and red-veined? ###Assistant: Hello. From the photographs (attachment removed to protect patient identity), it seems that you have severe pharyngitis with tonsillitis and epiglottitis. It could be a viral or bacterial epiglottitis. This usually resolves with antibiotics, but could also become very severe. You need to undergo some tests like CBC (complete blood count), and throat swab culture sensitivity. You need not worry unless there is breathlessness or stridor. I suggest you start Amoxicillin and Clavulanate 625 mg twice a day, along with tablet Aceclofenac, Serratiopeptidase, and Paracetamol twice a day along with Pantoprazole 40 mg on an empty stomach. Take all the above for five days, till you get an appointment with an ENT specialist. For more information consult an internal medicine physician online -->