Hi dr
I noticed this white thing above my tonsil in my mouth
I can feel it with my tongue it's hard like food stuck
I tried to remove with toothpick but not coming out
Is it tonsil stones ?
Or just debris caused due to unhygienic mouth or food particles ?
It's there since many days so I don't think it's food
It's been there for the longest time
I visited an ent 3 weeks ago for acidity issues and he checked my mouth, I'm sure he must have noticed this as he checked me thoroughly he did not say anything
What is this dr
I'm scared
Is it stone ?
It doesn't cause me any trouble
I do have mild cold almost always
Is this a very insignificant finding. ?
Am I worrying too much
Pls reply respected dr
I'm very scared
Should I just leave it
I think my ent did not find it important
Pls guide me
Answers (3)
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Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist
28 yrs exp
Chennai
Tonsilolith or tonsillar debris is a common condition of the tonsil.
It is usually harmless and cause no symptoms.
Can be due to acid reflux issues.
Avoid touching it or trying to rake it out.
They usually fall of by themselves.
Do not panic.
Consult online for doubts.
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