Tonsil stones develop when debris becomes trapped in the small crevices of the tonsils and gradually hardens over time. These deposits are often linked to oral hygiene habits, bacterial growth, mucus ...

Tonsillar lymphoma is a rare but highly treatable throat cancer that affects the tonsils. The most common treatment for this type of lymphoma is chemotherapy. Radiation and surgery to remove the ...

The patient sought care for a mass in her right buttock, but had no tonsillar symptoms. Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is a rare neuroendocrine tumor that most commonly affects the head, neck, and trunk.

Medically reviewed by Sukaina Hasnie MD White spots on tonsils often indicate bacterial or viral infections like tonsillitis, strep throat, or mono.  A doctor can help diagnose and treat the ...