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The skin flap in front of one tonsil (anterior tonsil pilar) on one side looks different. it has an extra nodule of skin, in a way. they are the same color on both sides, though. is it normal it not to be identical on both sides?

Q: the skin flap in front of one tonsil (anterior tonsil pilar) on one side looks different. it has an extra nodule of skin, in a way. they are the same color on both sides, though. is it normal it not to be identical on both sides?

: They may be not identical or symmetric. If you have doubt, let your throat examined by a health care practitioner. Take care.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

They may be not identical or symmetric. If you have doubt, let your throat examined by a health care practitioner. Take care.

Answered 5/11/2023

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A member asked:

The skin flap in front of one tonsil (anterior tonsil pilar) on one side looks different. it has an extra nodule of skin, in a way. they are the same color on both sides, though. is it normal it not to be identical on both sides?

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