What’s that lump in your throat called?

Flesh lumps inside the throat may be normal physiologic structures such as uvula, lingual papillae, and tonsils. Pathological structures such as lymphoid follicular hyperplasia, tonsillitis, polyps and tumors are considered. It is recommended to consult the ear, nose and throat doctor in the hospital for a clear diagnosis and treatment. 1. Physiological structures: uvula, tonsils, tongue root at the tongue papilla, etc., can be seen when you open your mouth, which is a normal structure, if there are no uncomfortable symptoms, there is no need for special treatment. 2. Lymphoid follicular hyperplasia: Inflammation in the throat area can lead to lymphoid follicular hyperplasia, which can lead to the appearance of pimples. 3. Tonsillitis: Stimulation by inflammation can lead to enlargement of tonsils, which are usually located on both sides of the oropharynx and form lumps. 4. Polyps: the pharyngeal area has lumpy lesions, if located in the mucous membrane of the soft palate, the possibility of polyps should also be considered. 5. Tumor: the presence of tumors in the throat, such as papilloma, can be manifested as lumpy tumors. The lumps inside the throat, such as discomfort or uneasiness, you can go to the hospital otolaryngology, diagnosis.