Palatine tonsil
Lymphoid organs at the back of the throat on both sides / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Palatine tonsils, commonly called the tonsils and occasionally called the faucial tonsils,[2] are tonsils located on the left and right sides at the back of the throat, which can often be seen as flesh-colored, pinkish lumps. Tonsils only present as "white lumps" if they are inflamed or infected with symptoms of exudates (pus drainage) and severe swelling.
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Tonsillitis is an inflammation of the tonsils and will often, but not necessarily, cause a sore throat and fever.[3] In chronic cases, tonsillectomy may be indicated.[4]