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I don't have tonsils but can see red bumps on the back of the throat with blood vessels on them. is that normal? my throat doesn't itch and it isn't sore either.

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Dr. Addagada Rao answered

It is not uncommon: after tonsillectomy small amount of lymphoid tissue will be left behind , later this tissue may get enlarged give the appearance you described , don't worry you will be fine

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Answered 5/9/2019

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A member asked:

I don't have tonsils but can see red bumps on the back of the throat with blood vessels on them. is that normal? my throat doesn't itch and it isn't sore either.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Addagada Rao answered

Dr Ali and 3 doctors agreed

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