White Patches On Tonsils- 4308 Questions Answered

I am having white patches on tonsils since one month. No pain but hoarseness when speak and sour mucus. What it could be?? How to remove these white patches. These are not tonsil stones.

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Dr. Baisali Sarkar ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist | Kolkata

White patch on tonsil can be due to many causes like spretococcal infection, candid infection oral thrush, infectious mononeucleosis, Apthus ulcer, diptheric patch etc. Treatment differs with the pat ... Read More

Today i saw a white patch at top of tonsil on back part. My one side of tonsils are slightly larger than other since 3 months and doctor told it's normal and is due to infection. But now the white patch, should i be concerned? I am unable to take its pic

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Dr. Kanishk Vishnoi ENT, Head and Neck Surgeon | Wardha

White match can be due to food particles clogged in the crepts of your tonsils or an apthous ulcer! Online consult with pictures for better understanding Tonsils are lymphoid tissues and noy be equal ... Read More

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One of my tonsils has a white patch thats almost indented and i tried to poke it and theres no feeling on that area of the tonsil im scared

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Dr. Kshitiz Rohilla Oral Pathologist | Faridabad

Please avoid poking of such areas because it can cause more damage and make the symptoms appear which might not be present right now. You should consult an ENT specialist for a proper clinical evaluat ... Read More

Dear doctor, I have been having a feeling of something stuck in my throat since three days. Yesterday I noticed white patches on both my tonsils. I'm guessing tonsil infection. I feel no pain so far. I have been gargling since last night. Kindly prescribe how to treat this infection.

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Dr. Sandeep Arora Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist | Delhi

Kindly share pic of your throat ... Read More

Since 1yr tonsil white patch no lain noting but some time pain ocational not regular y its mot curing showed many dr but no use pls suggest me

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Dr. Nafisa Parveen ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist | Delhi

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If white patch for long periods causing no pain..it could be debris deposited in the tonsiller crypt...for that no treatment need... ... Read More

Hi, My uvula grown two days before. Due to that got fever and white patches in tonsil. Tested CRP, point is 29.53. but my RTPCR is negative. Please suggest me what's the issue...

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Dr. Siddharth Vashistha Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist | Gurgaon

Sir u could be suffering from tonsillitis as well ... Crp isn't really specific for covid as it can be raised in any infection or inflammatory conditions ... Plz talk to a doctor in detail and share t ... Read More

I just had two molar extractions 1 week ago. I was put an antibiotics, and just finished them. A couple days ago my right tonsil (same side as extractions) got swollen, sore, with white patches. A day later the other one now is too.

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Dr. Priya Verma Dentist | Bangalore

It could be a throat infection unrelated to the extraction. Get your dentist to check up the area of extraction to check the healing. ... Read More

I have developed two white patches on Tonsils They look/feel like the calcified residue that is often on teeths. I guess called tonsil stones. No issues as off now just having a feeling of something on backside of throat while swallowing What should I do, does it go away naturally, is there any home remedy or any specific treatment have to be done

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Dr. Sandeep Arora Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist | Delhi

This could be because of reflux and Gerd ... Read More

I have had a bad nasty cough for a couple days and my grandfather looked at my throat and saw some white patches on my tonsils and we were wonder what it might be. I get tonsil stones but it looks different.

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Dr. Vinay S Bhat ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist | Bangalore

You may be looking at whitish debris over tonsils which is not really abnormal. If you don't have any symptoms such as throat pain and difficulty in swallowing then you need not worry about it ... Read More

I have white patches on tonsils for 3 months now. So on the picture, the left one is the full fledged white patches and when i try to rub it off as seen on the right picture with some cotton, takes some effort, it goes off like a little part. Again the next day it comes back full fledged. Going on since 3 months. No Tobacco, drinking, smoking hist

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Dr. Md. Naseeruddin ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist | Hyderabad

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This is called Membranous Tonsillitis. If this is troubling you frequently, consider Tonsillectomy. No, it's not Cancer. Kindly don't Google your symptoms. ... Read More

I've had this thin white patch on my upper stomach, near my chest. It's been there for 3 years or so. It doesn't bother me, no itching either. But Is it a cause for concern? I've attached a picture of the patch.

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Any itching or burning sensation... for details do direct online consultation ... Read More

Hi doctors, i have been using chewing tobacco for last 5 year, today i notice a white patch on my lower lip but i put tobacco on my upper lip, so should i worry because i am living in abroad.

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Dr. Zoya Rasheed Cosmetic/Aesthetic Dentist | Bangalore

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Hello!. Kindly get physical examination and evulation done ... Read More

My son is having circular round white patch (light skin)on both sides face near the eyes .firstly it was on left side on started in right side

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing this patch. Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for deta ... Read More

I discovered small white line looking lesions week ago in my left lower cheek near the gums and its painless and have some redness in the end

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Dr. Inavolu Shamini Dentist | Hyderabad

Hello Can you please share the pictures? ... Read More

Hi doctor , i could feel a painful white spot near to my tonsils for about two days I have attached the imagea kindly let me know anything serious that needs to addressed immediately

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Dr. Ankita Aggarwal Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist | Gurgaon

Avoid hot /spicy food Do Betadine gargles and soothex gargles and becasoule capsule ... Read More

She had developed a white patch not so regular on her upper gum. Also complain of little pain some time. Pls suggest

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Dr. Rahul Kathariya Dentist | Pune

Consult the dentist. will require more details about the condition. Dental Galaxy, pune ... Read More

I have a white patch of circular skin in between my eyebrows that grows only white hair Should I be worried about the appearance of white hair at such a young age

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Dr. Hitesh Viradiya Dermatologist | Surat

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Share pics for better evaluation ... Read More

My baby (2.6 years)is having a white rough patch on the neck back side. Previously skin was also peeling in small amounts .Presently only rough patch is present.Went to a pediatrician for a cream(Desowen) but after applying that my baby's skin started becoming red in that area. Please suggest. And also can I know good sunscreen for my kid.

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Dr. Rashmi Nandwana Dermatologist | Noida

Plz do direct online consultation for proper treatment and guidance. ... Read More

There is a white Patch on the inner cheek, near wisdom teeth, while there is no pain, but when eating and drinking it's a pinching kind of pain, please help to get relief from it.

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Dr. Rahul Kathariya Dentist | Pune

It is probably due to cheek bite Dental Galaxy, Pune ... Read More

Hello doctor My wife is 29 years old, once she started itching on body 1 or 2 months later, a small white patch appeared on her hand and gradually it's increased 7cm. The doctor suggested we take a Skin biopsy, I am attaching a skin biopsy report here, kindly help us to know what exactly happened here and I assume that it's not vitiligo based on th

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Don't worry...you are suffering from eczematous dermatitis causing this white patch... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation ... Read More

Is this vitiligo? White patches around my neck, left wrist, right hand, one in the left foot l, some in legs. What is this ?

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Dr. Sonia Tekchandani Dermatologist | Mumbai

A complete clinical evaluation with medical history is required to know underlying cause. Treatments available depending upon severity and skin type. You can consult online or visit us at our clinic. ... Read More

I'm having white and dark patches on my eyelids. It's been 2-3 months. Under my eyes there's white patch which looks like a burn. Can anyone help me explain why this is happening? Thanks

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Dr. Hitesh Viradiya Dermatologist | Surat

Specific treatment available for better outcomes ... Read More

My 7 weeks old baby boy has white patches on the thigh, back of knee and chin. Baby is healthy, no other health issues

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Dr. Rashmi Nandwana Dermatologist | Noida

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Nothing to worry about, specific medication is available for treatment of your skin concern. Kindly consult online with pictures for proper treatment and guidance. ... Read More

Respected sir or mam pls check it what was that why it became little white patches on my side What was that what to do Sharing u pic plz check Any mouthwash which is been good for it

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Dr. Ankita Aggarwal Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist | Gurgaon

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Leukoplakia alike lesion ... Read More

My daughter developed this white patch recent days and it didn't go away. Is this something serious?

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Dr. Sonia Tekchandani Dermatologist | Mumbai

A complete clinical evaluation with medical history is required to know underlying cause. Treatments available depending upon severity. You can consult online or visit us at our clinic. Thank you. ... Read More

My daughter developed a small white patch on her head. It didn't go away for over a month. Is that something to worry?

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Dr. Shebin C E Pediatrician | Kanyakumari

Greetings looks like birth mark kindly consult a dermatologist in person to confirm ... Read More

Hi doc, please see the image. The white patch is gradually spreading downward. There is no pain or itch or bumps. It's been there since years but is noticeable recently. Is this something serious? Please advise. Thanks!

Asked for Female, 34 Years 32 Views v

Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

It is seborrhoeic dermatits. Please contact me using online consult option for proper treatment ... Read More

I recently conceived through ivf. My twin baby boys are 6 months+ at present. My elder twin is showing presence of white patch on both sides of his lower lip. Today i saw the patch might have increased in size. What can be the possible reason behind this ? Please help.

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Don't worry... suffering from atopic dermatitis causing this white spots Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed ... Read More

My daughter is 10 years old. She brush her teeth herself . I noticed the white thing above my kids milk teeth. What is it ?? Is it normal or what steps need to be taken

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Dr. Inavolu Shamini Dentist | Hyderabad

Hello Looks like infection of the tooth please consult the dentist for physical examination and diagnosis ... Read More

Past 3-4 months, I noticed some white spots or patches in my skin. Specifically around the neck, left hand , right hand, and spreading around all the body one or two patches. What is this ?

Asked for Female, 28 Years 50 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Don't worry...you are suffering from eczematous dermatitis causing this white patches. Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation ... Read More

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I am having white patches on tonsils since one month. No pain but hoarseness when speak and sour mucus. What it could be?? How to remove these white patches. These are not tonsil stones.

Today i saw a white patch at top of tonsil on back part. My one side of tonsils are slightly larger than other since 3 months and doctor told it's normal and is due to infection. But now the white patch, should i be concerned? I am unable to take its pic

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One of my tonsils has a white patch thats almost indented and i tried to poke it and theres no feeling on that area of the tonsil im scared

Dear doctor, I have been having a feeling of something stuck in my throat since three days. Yesterday I noticed white patches on both my tonsils. I'm guessing tonsil infection. I feel no pain so far. I have been gargling since last night. Kindly prescribe how to treat this infection.

Since 1yr tonsil white patch no lain noting but some time pain ocational not regular y its mot curing showed many dr but no use pls suggest me

Hi, My uvula grown two days before. Due to that got fever and white patches in tonsil. Tested CRP, point is 29.53. but my RTPCR is negative. Please suggest me what's the issue...

I just had two molar extractions 1 week ago. I was put an antibiotics, and just finished them. A couple days ago my right tonsil (same side as extractions) got swollen, sore, with white patches. A day later the other one now is too.

I have had a bad nasty cough for a couple days and my grandfather looked at my throat and saw some white patches on my tonsils and we were wonder what it might be. I get tonsil stones but it looks different.

I've had this thin white patch on my upper stomach, near my chest. It's been there for 3 years or so. It doesn't bother me, no itching either. But Is it a cause for concern? I've attached a picture of the patch.

Hi doctors, i have been using chewing tobacco for last 5 year, today i notice a white patch on my lower lip but i put tobacco on my upper lip, so should i worry because i am living in abroad.

My son is having circular round white patch (light skin)on both sides face near the eyes .firstly it was on left side on started in right side

I discovered small white line looking lesions week ago in my left lower cheek near the gums and its painless and have some redness in the end

Hi doctor , i could feel a painful white spot near to my tonsils for about two days I have attached the imagea kindly let me know anything serious that needs to addressed immediately

She had developed a white patch not so regular on her upper gum. Also complain of little pain some time. Pls suggest

I have a white patch of circular skin in between my eyebrows that grows only white hair Should I be worried about the appearance of white hair at such a young age

There is a white Patch on the inner cheek, near wisdom teeth, while there is no pain, but when eating and drinking it's a pinching kind of pain, please help to get relief from it.

Is this vitiligo? White patches around my neck, left wrist, right hand, one in the left foot l, some in legs. What is this ?

I'm having white and dark patches on my eyelids. It's been 2-3 months. Under my eyes there's white patch which looks like a burn. Can anyone help me explain why this is happening? Thanks

My 7 weeks old baby boy has white patches on the thigh, back of knee and chin. Baby is healthy, no other health issues

Respected sir or mam pls check it what was that why it became little white patches on my side What was that what to do Sharing u pic plz check Any mouthwash which is been good for it

My daughter developed this white patch recent days and it didn't go away. Is this something serious?

My daughter developed a small white patch on her head. It didn't go away for over a month. Is that something to worry?

Hi doc, please see the image. The white patch is gradually spreading downward. There is no pain or itch or bumps. It's been there since years but is noticeable recently. Is this something serious? Please advise. Thanks!

I recently conceived through ivf. My twin baby boys are 6 months+ at present. My elder twin is showing presence of white patch on both sides of his lower lip. Today i saw the patch might have increased in size. What can be the possible reason behind this ? Please help.

My daughter is 10 years old. She brush her teeth herself . I noticed the white thing above my kids milk teeth. What is it ?? Is it normal or what steps need to be taken

Past 3-4 months, I noticed some white spots or patches in my skin. Specifically around the neck, left hand , right hand, and spreading around all the body one or two patches. What is this ?

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