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A member asked:

I have red painless lumps in my throat, im just kinda worried about it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer
Dr. Michael Pascolini answered

See a physician: If there is something you are worried about, let your physician take a look at it. Better to be safe than sorry.

Answered 12/15/2012

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