Boone, IA
A 43-year-old male asked:
I am experiencing sharp stabbing pains on left side of throat, noticed a lump. also left ear pressure, pain in neck, and sensitivity on top of my head?
1 doctor answer • 4 doctors weighed in

Dr. Oscar Novickanswered
Pediatrics 60 years experience
Pain: Seevyour doctor. You may have an infection in your throat and the lump may be pharyngeal abscess.
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