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I have a white patch in the crevice of my tonsil. could this be tonsil cancer? non smoker, rarely drink.

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Dr. Kristin Sokol answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Tonsil stone: Probably a tonsil stone also known as a tonsillolith. Not worrisome, but can be annoying.

Dr Pizzo and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/25/2016

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