Terry M. asked

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There is a small lump in my throat, about the size of a pea, on the side where my tonsil used to be. I can see and feel it. I have been fighting off a cold or something and was given antibiotics for a bacterial infection. What could this lump be?

December 24th, 2024

George T. answered

The lump you are describing could be a tiny lymph node, which can enlarge transiently during infecti...

December 24th, 2024

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