A member asked:

I've had tonsillitis for a long time, waiting to get tonsils removed, now noticed a nickel sized lump under chin on throat, i'm 24. what is it?

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Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

Lymphadenopathy: Infections of the tonsil or pharynx can be accompanied with cervical or submandibular lymph node swelling. An abcess or subcutaneous mass should be ruled out.

Dr Arnoult agreed

Answered 7/28/2016

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A member asked:

I've had tonsillitis for a long time, waiting to get tonsils removed, now noticed a nickel sized lump under chin on throat, i'm 24. what is it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

Dr Arnoult agreed

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