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Medical Conditions - Tonsil Cancer

Tonsil cancer comes under head and neck cancers and occurs due to abnormal cell growth in the tonsil. Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is the commonest cause of tonsil cancer. It can result in swallowing difficulty, ear pain, hoarseness, bleeding from the mouth, sore throat, bad breath, and a lump in the neck.

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What is the reason for the painful stone in my throat that smells bad and has a thin wall over it?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. I am sorry to hear about your troubles.

Does a lump in the tonsil indicate cancer?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can see the white proliferative growths over the left tonsils. They do not look normal.

What could be the possible cause of asymmetrical posterior tonsil pillar?

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