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My ent says my tonsils are normal even though one is quite bigger than other. watching it for 6 mos to see. concerned that it may b cancer from readin?
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ENT knows better: An ENT specialist is the best qualified person to evaluate your tonsils. This forum is not a good way to second guess your ent, as it does not allow examination of your throat.
Answered 6/10/2014
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