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I feel like there are tiny lumps in the back of my throat. sometimes i spit out these very small little balls that smell very bad. what could this be?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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Sounds like you: have chronically INFECTED tonsils!! Check with your Primary Care Provider who may want to refer you to a Ear Nose and Throat Surgeon since if they are chronically infected and large REMOVAL may be the answer! Meantime Gargle with warm SALT WATER! Hope this helps DR Z

Answered 4/27/2018

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A member asked:

I feel like there are tiny lumps in the back of my throat. sometimes i spit out these very small little balls that smell very bad. what could this be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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