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Red lump back of my mouth, close to where i think my tonsils used to be removed (removed age 5). painful and ibuprofen only bring temporary relief.
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Needs to be checked: It needs to be checked as it may be due to Srep Infection which needs to be treated with Antibiotics See your GP Other possibility is Viral infection Get it checked to find what it is and get appropriate treatment
Answered 6/15/2015
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