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I've been having sinus drainage. i now noticed 2 pink pea-sized bumps on the right side of my throat where tonsil was, scared it's cancer?
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Get it seen: These are most likely minor tonsils that have regrown after your tonsillectomy. Ask your physician to have a look, since you're concerned.
Answered 5/2/2015
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