A member asked:

Had tonsils removed 2 weeks ago. have a white lump on right side of throat near where my right tonsil was. im really worried. is it something serious

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Unlikely: You want to call or see your surgeon for evaluation and reassurance, wish you wellness

Dr Singh and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/8/2019

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Agree with Dr. H: If the site is not painful and you do not have fever, you may watch and wait for it to resolve. Have a healthy diet, exercise 30 minutes/day, drink plenty of water, have safe sex, no tobacco alcohol weed or street drugs. For nutrition: http://www.choosemyplate.gov/.

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Answered 7/9/2019

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A member asked:

Had tonsils removed 2 weeks ago. have a white lump on right side of throat near where my right tonsil was. im really worried. is it something serious

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Al Hegab answered

Dr Singh and another doctor agreed

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Dr Hegab and another doctor agreed

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