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A member asked:

Are large tonsular crypts normal? never had tonsil stones. tonsils & throat have been red for a few years. dr said no cure, no treatement, no reason.

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Dr. John Chiu answered

No problem: If you have no discomfort with your throat, just leave it alone.

Answered 7/26/2016

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