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What could be the white spot on my tonsil?

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Hi doctor,

I observed a single white spot on my tonsil yesterday, and it is painful. What could it be? How to cure it?
Answered by Dr. Kumar Ashutosh

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Dr. Kumar Ashutosh is a Family Physician and General Practitioner, with expertise in providing comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families across all age groups. He can diagnose and treat common and complex medical conditions. He can provide preventive care, including vaccinations, routine screenings, and health counseling. He helps in the management of chronic diseases like diabetes, hypertension, and arthritis. He can provide information on women’s health, child care, and geriatric health support.

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Hi,

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In a tonsil, there are many crypts. Those white spots are food particles that get trapped inside the crypts and are usually foul smelling. I suggest you take painkillers and use Betadine (Povidone-iodine) gargle, four times a day. If there is no relief, take a course of antibiotics like tablet Augmentin (Amoxicillin and Clavulanic acid) 625 mg, thrice a day for five days. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her and take the medicines with their consent. Avoid cold, spicy and oily foods. Maintain good oral hygiene. In case the problem increases, consult a local ENT doctor. Thanks.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At October 8, 2017
Reviewed At December 1, 2023

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Kumar Ashutosh is a Family Physician and General Practitioner, with expertise in providing comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families across all age groups. He can diagnose and treat common and complex medical conditions. He can provide preventive care, including vaccinations, routine screenings, and health counseling. He helps in the management of chronic diseases like diabetes, hypertension, and arthritis. He can provide information on women’s health, child care, and geriatric health support.

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Dr. Kumar Ashutosh
Dr. Kumar Ashutosh

Otolaryngology (E.N.T)

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Kumar Ashutosh is a Family Physician and General Practitioner, with expertise in providing comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families across all age groups. He can diagnose and treat common and complex medical conditions. He can provide preventive care, including vaccinations, routine screenings, and health counseling. He helps in the management of chronic diseases like diabetes, hypertension, and arthritis. He can provide information on women’s health, child care, and geriatric health support.

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