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Can persistent tonsil ulcers be harmful?
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No: An ulceration of the tonsillar tissue probably indicates chronic inflammation. The tonsillar tissue is lined with squamous epithelium and covers abundant lymphoid tissue. If you are a non-smoker, the presence of these defects is probably not significant. But I would recommend you consult an ENT doctor for a more specific diagnosis.
Answered 7/22/2015
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