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Patch of redness in back of throat not tonsil that turns white when i stretch mouth? it looks all bumpy and stuff. what can this be? no pain as well.
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See a doctor: your observation of your throat is fascinating some of your description could be a normal variation of human anatomy to be safe go and see a doctor
Answered 3/22/2016
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