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What is a hyperechoic tonsil.? i have had this asymetrical tonsil for many yrs and i just read that one ent called it hyperechoic. what does this me
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Hyperechoic tonsil: Hyperechoic is terminology used by ultrasonographers to illustrate increased or abnormal density of tissues. In your case, the tonsil. If you have had this for years and it has not changed or you have not had any symptoms, you should be ok, but advised to keep track of it. If you do have symptoms like recurrent throat infections or pain and fevers, you should have it removed via ENT.
Answered 4/19/2016
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