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The human palatine tonsils and the nasopharyngeal tonsil are lymphoepithelial tissues located in strategic areas of the oropharynx and nasopharynx, although most commonly - the term "tonsils" refers to the palatine tonsils [that can be seen in the back of the throat]. These immunocompetent tissues represent the defense mechanism of first line against ingested or inhaled foreign pathogens.

A tonsillolith is material that accumulates on the tonsil. They can range up to the size of a peppercorn and are white/cream color. The main substance is mostly collagen, but they have a strong unpleasant odor because of hydrogen sulfide and methyl mercaptan and other substances.

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Dr.Park steven Y.Park, M.D

In general, the reason why your tonsils grow to large sizes during ages 3-6 is due to increased activity of the immune system and enlargement of lymphoid tissues. Since your tonsils are lymphoid tissues, they will get bigger, especially is there's an additional source of inflammation. Children who are prone to breathing pauses (due to narrowed jaws), along with eating habits that promote inflammation (such as eating late), have an additional source of inflammation: stomach juices.

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Tonsillitis is an infection or inflammation of the tonsils . The tonsils are balls of lymphatic tissue on both sides of the throat, above and behind the tongue. They are part of the immune system, which helps the body fight infection.

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I had my tonsils removed 5 years ago and now my holes are hurting now. Do any of you have pain years after removal? What do you do about it?
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