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One of my tonsils looks bigger than the other. no other symptoms but is this a concern?
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Nope: This is quite common. We are not symmetrical! In addition one tonsil may have been involved in reaction to infection on that side. Hope this is helpful! Dr Z
Answered 7/5/2019
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