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My 3 year old kid have swollen tonsil for more than 2 months. its on left side of the mouth only. and bad breath also. no white spots, tonsilitis?
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See a pediatrician: Tonsils may enlarge in response to infection, and may stay large long after the infection clears up. If concerned, I would recommend that you discuss this problem with your pediatrician. Very common.
Answered 4/27/2015
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