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I have one white bump on the top of my right tonsil. no sore throat. right ear is irritated and burns when i eat spicy food such as salsa.

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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Throat: Likely adenovirus, possibly allergic process. if no symptoms and you can eat salsa fluids and ibuprofen enough. If fever, fatigue or persistent problem get checked.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

I have one white bump on the top of my right tonsil. no sore throat. right ear is irritated and burns when i eat spicy food such as salsa.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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