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I always have big tonsils, but what can cause flare ups?
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Tonsil hypertrophy: Your tonsils might become larger, if you have a viral or bacterial infection. Furthermore, many people with allergies will tend to have large tonsils, as well. This could fluctuate depending on when your allergies are flaring.
Answered 12/27/2014
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