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White lump (2-3 cm) in throat surrounded by a thin blood vessel, in tonsil area. been there for a couple of years, maybe marginally larger. ?

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Dr. Peter Selz answered

Lump: Likely a benign cyst, you should see your doctor to make sure.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 8/24/2016

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A member asked:

White lump (2-3 cm) in throat surrounded by a thin blood vessel, in tonsil area. been there for a couple of years, maybe marginally larger. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Peter Selz answered

Dr Ali agreed

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