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I've had intermittent sore throat for about a year. same spot, can come and go within hours. definitely not post nasal drip no inflammation seen.?

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Throat red spot: Any persistent red spot of the throat particularly in association with a history of tobacco use should be fully evaluated including an assessment of the regional lymph nodes. A biopsy may be warranted. Seek evaluation by your primary care physician or an ENT specialist.

Answered 10/18/2016

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A member asked:

I've had intermittent sore throat for about a year. same spot, can come and go within hours. definitely not post nasal drip no inflammation seen.?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Otto Placik answered

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