Question 1

my right tonsil has had a growth on it for almost a year. like a perfectly round ball sticking off the side. doctor thinks nothing of it. have chronic tonsillitis but it's there even when not inflamed?

Accepted Answer

ENT evaluation: You need to see an ENT specialist to make sure this is actually of low concern.

Question 2

i noticed a small, white, cyst like growth in my throat, under my left tonsil, protruding out of the side of the wall. should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

Maybe : Generally anything like this you should see a primary care doctor or ear nose and throat for specific diagnosis and treatment. Generally if you're having difficulty swallowing drooling or stiff neck seek emergency treatment

Question 3

fleshy growth in throat where tonsil used to be on rt side. sometimes has weird throbbing sensation but other than that no symptoms. residual tonsil?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: This could be a few things.  I would see your doctor soon and let them look at it.

Question 4

i have a 1-2mm skin tag at the back/right side of mouth. been there for at least 2 months with no growth. any cause for concern?

Accepted Answer

No: Examine it about once a month and if it becomes larger, changes color or bleeds, see your doctor. You may want to take a picture of the lesion so that it would be easy to see if there have been any changes.

Question 5

i feel a bony area in the inner back right of my mouth im wondering what this can be my left side doesn't have it could this just be bone growth?

Accepted Answer

Mandibular torus?: This could be what we call a mandibular torus, which is merely some excess bone and benign. This can be asymmetric and why you only have it on one side. However, without actually seeing you, we can't be sure, so please have your dentist take a look at it just to be on the safe side.

Question 6

what is this strange sore in my mouth? i have this strange sore in my mouth on the left most inner side of my cheek next to my wisdom tooth. its this white pimple like growth that feels swollen. its also giving out this very stinky smell from my mouth. i

Accepted Answer

It : It sounds like you may be dealing with an infection that spread from a tooth cavity, which is called a dental abscess. These can become very painful when tissues become inflamed or due to the pressure of the abscess itself. Pus collects at the site of the infection. This can become progressively more painful until the abscess ruptures or drains on its own. This process can cause a very foul odor in the mouth. 
The more concerning issue here is the fact that you feel like there is something stuck in your throat. If the infection has spread to your throat, it can cause an obstruction (blocks your airway) and this is a medical emergency. Regardless you will need an urgent medical evaluation, antibiotics, and a dental referral.
Good luck.

Question 7

how common is tonsil re growth?

Accepted Answer

Tonsil Regrowth: This is not seen very often and actually would indicate that the tonsil was not completely removed to start with. Most likely the residual tonsillar tissue has enlarged. It would be beneficial to have an ENT doctor take a look to confirm this is all that it is however.

Question 8

what can cause a growth on my tonsil?

Accepted Answer

Tonsillar growth: Greetings. Changes to the tonsils can come from lymph tissue changes/asymmetries, viral lesions, cancerous lesions. Or actually a shrinking or atrophy of 1 tonsil causing the opposite to look differently. See your ENT doctor for evaluation.

Question 9

growth on tonsil, a bit concerned, what to do?

Accepted Answer

Have it checked: If you notice something abnormal about your tonsil, have it checked by your doctor. Your primary care doctor is a good place to start but if you're still concerned, an ENT doctor can help you.

Question 10

i have a growth on my tonsil. what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Multiple causes: hard to say without seeing it.

What color is it?

It may due to infection,benign growth,rarely malignant &amp; many more causes.

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My right tonsil has had a growth on it for almost a year. like a perfectly round ball sticking off the side. doctor thinks nothing of it. have chronic tonsillitis but it's there even when not inflamed?

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I noticed a small, white, cyst like growth in my throat, under my left tonsil, protruding out of the side of the wall. should i be worried?

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Fleshy growth in throat where tonsil used to be on rt side. sometimes has weird throbbing sensation but other than that no symptoms. residual tonsil?

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I have a 1-2mm skin tag at the back/right side of mouth. been there for at least 2 months with no growth. any cause for concern?

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I feel a bony area in the inner back right of my mouth im wondering what this can be my left side doesn't have it could this just be bone growth?

A member asked:

What is this strange sore in my mouth? i have this strange sore in my mouth on the left most inner side of my cheek next to my wisdom tooth. its this white pimple like growth that feels swollen. its also giving out this very stinky smell from my mouth. i

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How common is tonsil re growth?

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Growth on tonsil, a bit concerned, what to do?

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