Question 1

when looking at the back of your throat should you be able to see your like tonsils and uvula move? like if i breathe while im doing it they move. is that normal?

Accepted Answer

: Quite normal.

Question 2

should i be worried if i can't see my tonsils?

Accepted Answer

Small tonsils: Don't worry .  The tonsils are supposed to atrophy and get smaller over time. If you can't see them, they must be small. They make antibodies early in life but gradually lose this function,  after the age of three. You are lucky not to have any problems with your tonsils.

Question 3

how can  a dr. test you to see if you need your tonsils out?

Accepted Answer

Options: Most surgeons (ENT) would check the tonsils for evidence of infection or enlargement.  This would involve an examination or scope in the office in most people.

Question 4

i have the discomfort and now i can see what look like little holes all over my right tonsil. not my left. what can cause holes? is it normal?

Accepted Answer

May be physiologic :   And maybe physiologic was the other thing one would consider is whether it is infected since it is tender. This is something discuss with your physician and maybe get a culture

Question 5

i have a hole in my tonsil. not a tiny one either. looks like it has been slit open. when i look at it i can see it open and close. it's not bleeding.

Accepted Answer

Tonsil crypt?: May be a deep crypt in the tonsil but best to have it examined by your otlaryngologist to determine the exact cause.

Question 6

i have a large hole on one of my tonsils and on the inside it appears to be blue tissue. is it normal to see blue tissue inside a tonsil crypt? usually they just look like little black holes right?

Accepted Answer

: A plexus is a group of veins and are within the tonsillar tissue. These drain blood into the jugular venous system and I assume the blue tissue you're referring to are veins within the tonsil crypts containing unoxygenated blood.

Question 7

i have one of those white hard thing stuck in my tonsil for 7 months now i can see it but i can't get it out it?

Accepted Answer

Tonsillith: The tonsils have crypts in them.  Debris accumulates in them and form "stones" or "tonsil-liths".  They can be the cause of bad breath and have some associated discomfort.  If you cannot take the end of a blunt tooth brush and express it out,  and it is a source of problems. For you, see your pcp or ENT and have them examine the area.  Gargle alot with salt water.

Question 8

is it possible for you to see you lingual tonsils?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Mirror laryngoscopy of flexible fiber optic endoscopy are the easiest methods to visualize the lingual tonsils.  Pulling the tongue as forward as possible probably will allow you to see the upper edge of the lingual tonsils.

Question 9

i'm 18 and i can see my epiglottis. i've never seen it before. i had my tonsils removed when i was younger. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Epiglottis: it is possible if you were relaxed enough  that you could see your epiglottis  - a normal structure at the base of the tongue   see   http://www.patienthelp.org/human-anatomy/epiglottis.html

I wouldn't worry      Good luck

Question 10

hi i have a very small white spot on my tonsils with no pain and lil coughing...  it has been 2-3 weeks now.. i can see a very light small white spot ?

Accepted Answer

Need examination: Impossible to offer you a precise diagnosis, or for that matter appropriate treatment, without a physical examination and a complete medical history from you to identify risks, exposures, pre-existing issues, duration of symptoms, etc.  Go see your doctor please.

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When looking at the back of your throat should you be able to see your like tonsils and uvula move? like if i breathe while im doing it they move. is that normal?

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Should i be worried if i can't see my tonsils?

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How can a dr. test you to see if you need your tonsils out?

A member asked:

I have the discomfort and now i can see what look like little holes all over my right tonsil. not my left. what can cause holes? is it normal?

A member asked:

I have a hole in my tonsil. not a tiny one either. looks like it has been slit open. when i look at it i can see it open and close. it's not bleeding.

A member asked:

I have a large hole on one of my tonsils and on the inside it appears to be blue tissue. is it normal to see blue tissue inside a tonsil crypt? usually they just look like little black holes right?

A member asked:

I have one of those white hard thing stuck in my tonsil for 7 months now i can see it but i can't get it out it?

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Is it possible for you to see you lingual tonsils?

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I'm 18 and i can see my epiglottis. i've never seen it before. i had my tonsils removed when i was younger. is this normal?

A member asked:

Hi i have a very small white spot on my tonsils with no pain and lil coughing... it has been 2-3 weeks now.. i can see a very light small white spot ?

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