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I have a hard white lump at the back of my throat on the right side witch is causing pain when swallowing?

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Dr. Stephen Berns answered

See doctor: Please see your doctor for an examination and a possible biopsy. While it may be benign, it could also be quite serious.

Dr Satulovsky agreed

Answered 11/5/2013

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