Determining what the lump is is the first step. If prophylactic antibiotics/ meds have failed needs revisit to your specialist (ENT) for further plan either by imaging or endoscopy +/- a needle biopsy if indicated.
Suggest you don't delay too much. 5 months is long enough to deserve detailed investigation.
Answered2019-02-21 13:51:59
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