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A member asked:
Why is one my tonsils huge and one not? my throats does not hurt, i was wondering what it would, do i need to look at getting my tonsils taken out?
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Asymmetrical tonsils: When your tonsils are unequal in size, it is of some concern. This is an indication to have your tonsils removed. There can be issues going on such as lymphoma, not to cause you concern, because you are young, but you should have your tonsils removed. See in ENT.
Answered 8/21/2017
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