White spots on tonsil

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I am having white spots or patches on my tonsil with throat pain. I have a history of tonsil stones and pharyngitis, but these aren't stones. What could it possibly be?

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Dr. Sandeep Arora

Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist 14 yrs exp Delhi

Could be follicular tonsillitis, better to share a pic for proper diagnosis and consult online

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Dr. Akanksha Saxena Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist 15 yrs exp Gurgaon · Accepted Answer

Dr. Akanksha Saxena

Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist 15 yrs exp Gurgaon

If you aren’t having fever this is most likely to be tonsillolith. This is debris that accumulates in the pits of the tonsils. It is not harmful. Gargles after eating will help in prevention of formation.

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