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I am on day 4 post tonsillectomy and i have 2 black 'stalks' at each side of my throat. what are they?

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Normal anatomy: Can't be sure without looking. My guess is you are looking at the anterior and posterior tonsil pillars on each side. Expect them to turn white ina few days.

Answered 3/2/2013

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