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A small chunk of my tonsil is missing, is this concerning?
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Tonsil Asymmetry: Greetings. Most everyone has subtle asymmetries of their lymphatic tissues. As we age, these tissues in the throat and in the back of the nose will shrink and atrophy. This is probably not anything to worry about but it's wise to see your ENT doctor for confirmation.
Answered 11/25/2015
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