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Little red bumps over the back of my throat. one swollen tonsil and throat pain when swallowing for 3 weeks. phlegm stuck also. could this be cancer?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Kathy Robinson answered

Cancer unlikely: It does not sound like cancer but you need to be seen by a doctor for diagnosis and treatment.

Dr Rothstein agreed

Answered 9/6/2014

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Dr. Stephen Rothstein answered

Throat: Unlikely. Usually viral or allergic, possibly bacterial or acid reflux. See an ENT for a good exam and culture

Dr Grin agreed

Answered 9/6/2014

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A member asked:

Little red bumps over the back of my throat. one swollen tonsil and throat pain when swallowing for 3 weeks. phlegm stuck also. could this be cancer?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Kathy Robinson answered

Dr Rothstein agreed

Dr. Stephen Rothstein answered

Dr Grin agreed

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