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My tonsils have been swollen and enlarged since i was a child. i have had strep throat and tonsillitis a few times over the past ten years however for the most part they don't cause any pain or discomfort at all. why would.they stay this size and does it

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Dr. Mary Efremov answered

Chronic inflammation: These tonsils are lymphatic organs, recurrent infections are common and if a big problem, sometimes removal is suggested. Many people have enlarged tonsils.

Dr Villaplana agreed

Answered 4/18/2014

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A member asked:

My tonsils have been swollen and enlarged since i was a child. i have had strep throat and tonsillitis a few times over the past ten years however for the most part they don't cause any pain or discomfort at all. why would.they stay this size and does it

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mary Efremov answered

Dr Villaplana agreed

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