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My throat is numb and tonsils and swollen and have a red lump in the throat what could it be?

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Dr. Michael Kleerekoper answered

Throat: Please have your primary doctor refer you to " Ears, Nose, and Throat". They will take good care.

Answered 8/23/2016

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