text: found a lump in the back of my throat, something to be concerned about or just normal? i have a could right now. generally when i get sick, it is bronchitis, but this time it is a little different. i still have a "croopy" cough, but it is not in my chest, though it sounds weird, it seems to be more in my throat.  anyhow, i was looking in the mirror to see if my throat has swollen. i noticed to the left (my left, not in the mirror) of the thing that hangs down, there is a lump the size of a pea. it comes before the "ridge" that sticks down just behind the hangy thing. (sorry for the lack of terms, it is late)  anyhow, i was wondering what this may be. i think, i can't quite remember, i have seen it before, so i'm not sure if it has to do with my cold. with christmas coming up i am so busy i can't make it into the doctors office unless i abslotely have to.  if anyone has some ideas that would be great.   thanks! your reference point indicates tonsilary tissue.. this is a part of the immune system but is also subject to gathering infections by bacteria (always present in the mouth). they will attack as they are opportunists.. when your resistance is low, the come to life.. may want to check and see if there are any white spots on them..would indicate an infected  tonsil.