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I have a lump on the right side of my throat. i have had it for about a year. i wake up choking whenever i sleep. it is irritating to swallow all the ?

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A member asked:

I have a lump on the right side of my throat. i have had it for about a year. i wake up choking whenever i sleep. it is irritating to swallow all the ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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