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Tonsils are small glands on either side of the throat that stop bacteria from entering the body. They are an important part of your child’s immune system, but sometimes can become ‘ginormous’ and ...

Those mysterious white spots appearing on your tonsils can trigger immediate concern, and rightfully so. While they might seem like a minor inconvenience, these patches often signal your body’s battle ...

Tonsil stones, also known as tonsilloliths, are calcium debris deposits that form on the tonsils. While tonsil stones are usually not a health concern, they are often an indication of poor oral ...

AFFECTED AND THEY WERE HOSPITALIZED. REMOVING WE’RE TALKING TONSILS TONIGHT, REMOVING TONSILS TO TREAT INFECTIONS. EXPERTS SAY THAT THE PROCEDURE CAN HELP SOME KIDS, BUT THERE ARE SOME RISKS. SO ...