Lumps on the side of the throat usually have the following causes: one is a lymphoid follicle or hyperplastic lymphoid tissue, which is the same color as the throat, pink in color, a hemispherical protrusion that is hard to the touch and cannot be moved, and another condition is a papilloma of the throat, which is often tipped and has its root in the tonsils or palatal arches, and is pink in color and softer. If it is a papilloma, it needs to be surgically removed. If it is a simple lymphoid follicle or lymphoid tissue proliferation, it may be related to inflammatory stimulation, usually do not need special treatment, light diet, avoid smoking, drinking alcohol can be.