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In the back of my throat, one tonsil is bigger than the other with two big holes in it, also my throat is discolored with traces of yellow and purple ?

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Dr. Corey Clay answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

See ENT physician: The tonsil and throat need to be examined in order for a diagnosis to be made. The mention of "holes" makes me wonder about tonsil stones

Dr Zimon agreed

Answered 2/2/2019

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