I am starting to get very worried about my throat/tonsils. They are both irritated but not swollen and have been for about a month. My tonsils look like swiss cheese melted... I am a heavy smoker and I have tried everything but Chantix to quit with no luck. I have a hacking cough but not much phlegm, also my lungs feel heavy. I am seeing the doctor next week, I was just looking for some answers now.