U.S. doctors online nowAsk doctors free
IN
A 19-year-old male asked:

So i have these lumps all over where my tonsils are my tonsils are not removed the lumps almost touch my uvula should i get a cancer screening? i also have lumps in my neck beside my adam's apple?

1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Donald Colantino
Dr. Donald Colantinoanswered
Internal Medicine 63 years experience
I wouldn't think of cancer in your case. Multiple tonsillar lumps are most likely enlarged lymphatic tissue. This, coupled with neck lumps, which may be enlarged lymph nodes make me think of mononucleosis. I recommend examination by your physician or an ENT& having a CBC& differential white cell count&a mono test for evaluation even if you don't have any symptoms. The cbc will rule out blood disea
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
Learn how we can help
Reviewed Jun 16, 2021
Thank
Dr. Susan Rhoads
Dr. Susan Rhoads agrees1 doctor agrees

Related questions

A 20-year-old male asked:
I have a lump on the top right side of my mouth near my throat. I do have a history with cancer so I am concerned. Any idea what it is?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
A 24-year-old male asked:
Hi there, I have a small lump at the top of my mouth(the palate) that appeared 2 days ago, it's the colour of my gum and when I press it, it is abit painful. I'm worried this might be related to cancer. I have no other mouth or throat issues.
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
A 61-year-old male asked:
Got a sore throat, clicking noise when I swallow, hoarseness and a lump in my jaw.. Inside my mouth r no signs of mouth cancer. I dip for a month?
3 doctor answers • 7 doctors weighed in
A 66-year-old female asked:
I've had a red raw throat for 2 weeks. Acid taste in mouth and a feeling of lump in my throat. I know this is my indigestion or (maybe LPR) But I also have metastatic breast cancer to the bone. I'm scared about cancer?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
A 20-year-old male asked:
I've been having tonsil problems for a year and half, they have multiple lumps on them and one is bigger than the other I also get on and off sore throats, I'm also a smoker of 10 years should I get a cancer screening?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
Last updated Jun 16, 2021

Found in:

Cancer

People also asked

Red patch inside cheek in mouth. Not swollen or painful, just raw to the touch. Been there 2 months. Lump on neck beside throat. Oral cancer?!
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
I have two lumps in my mouth; one near the upper molarsand one inside the tongue. I also have a sore throat. I'manxious. How many teens get oral cancer a year?
3 doctor answers • 5 doctors weighed in
Can infections cause lumps in mouth and sore throat?Im 16 i don't smoke chew or drink. Im not sexually active.Could it be cancer. Thts my biggest fear!
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
I have two lumps in my mouth and i think its cancer because im a hypo. Now. I feel like theirs something in my throat! im scared! im 16 too!
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
I have small bumps in the back of my throat for a month now. Recently i experience ear pain in both ears. Also i have few small red lumps in the floor of mouth and also a white patch..wht could all this cause..i know oral cancer has these signs.?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
Talk to a doctor now
24/7 visits - just $44!
50% off with $19/month membership

Disclaimer:

Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.

Get the Free App for Members

Get the Free App for Doctors

HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
TermsPrivacyCookiesDMCA
Copyright 2023 HealthTap, Inc.