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I have a cherry red lump that has formed in my throat. it is right behind the uvula to the left. it is a bit sore. is it cancer? im 18 and dont smoke.

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Dr. Julan Crane answered

Pharynx: It could be a swollen tonsil or perhaps a cyst but either way you should have someone look at it in the next few days,

Answered 1/19/2015

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A member asked:

I have a cherry red lump that has formed in my throat. it is right behind the uvula to the left. it is a bit sore. is it cancer? im 18 and dont smoke.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Julan Crane answered

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