From the last month or so, I've been having a sore throat, and when I checked in the mirror, I could see that the right side of my palatoglossal arch is red and a bit swollen. There's also a small white spot behind it. Is this just an infection or could it be something more serious? Google mentioned soft palate cancer, and now I'm really worried. Could you give me some guidance on what's happening? I've attached a picture for reference.

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Dr Shubham Chauhan

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4+ Yrs

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That could be Pharyngitis no need to worry consume warm foods and visit ENT doctor for appropriate treatment.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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