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I noticed a small lump in the back of my throat right behind my tonsil that causes pain when i swallow. the limp is a light orange red color. cancer?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Very unlikely: Go see your doctor for an exam. Tonsil cancers are generally painless, often difficult to see by eye, and begin appearing usually in the 30s in non-smokers.
Answered 2/9/2020
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Most likely benign: Although cancer is possible, it would be very rare in your age group. This is most likely inflammation from a recent upper respiratory infection or allergy. Nevertheless, if this does not resolve in a few days, ask your doctor to look at it.
Answered 11/6/2016
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