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The back of my throat is red, have numerous yellowish bumps, red veins, and is swollen; this is the third time in 6 months now ?

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Dr. Olakitan Akinjagunla answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

ENT: Have your doctor refer you to Ear Nose and Throat specialist for evaluation and further discussion of treatment options. Good luck

Answered 10/6/2014

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