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I have 1 larger tonsil, but no other symptoms. ent said not to worry, gave me antibiotic with possible cat scan, but i fear tonsil cancer. get 2nd op?
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There is no evidence: that the SIZE of your tonsils has ANYTHING to do with tonsillar cancer (which is BTW quite rare) Hope this is helpful! Dr Z
Answered 7/28/2018
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