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I Noticed A Small Raised Area On The Arch Behind My Left Tonsil
Question: I noticed a small raised area on the arch behind my left tonsil. I have been suffering with bad post nasal drip for about a month. It doesn’t seem to hurt but feels scratchy. I have no other symptoms. Thoughts? I have included a picture
I don’t think the picture upload is working. It is about the size of a pencil tip and about the same color as surrounded tissue. Maybe a little lighter. It is not white or red. Maybe a light pink
Brief Answer:
Probably a lymph node
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear,
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
The symptoms seem to be related to a swollen lymph node.
It is very normal after an infection.
I recommend to use anti inflammatory medications such as Acetaminophen to relieve the symptoms.
It will relieve gradually.
Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
Probably a lymph node
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear,
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
The symptoms seem to be related to a swollen lymph node.
It is very normal after an infection.
I recommend to use anti inflammatory medications such as Acetaminophen to relieve the symptoms.
It will relieve gradually.
Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
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