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I have seen an area on my tonsil that looks like a hole and it looks blue inside? is it normal to see blue tissue inside tonsil crypts ? and is the blue colour of concern? the hole is a little bigger. i get tonsil stones on occasion?

Q: i have seen an area on my tonsil that looks like a hole and it looks blue inside? is it normal to see blue tissue inside tonsil crypts ? and is the blue colour of concern? the hole is a little bigger. i get tonsil stones on occasion?

: One who "gets tonsil stones" is a likely candidate for tonsillectomy, despite the color seen.

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Dr. Alan Lasnover answered

One who "gets tonsil stones" is a likely candidate for tonsillectomy, despite the color seen.

Answered 7/27/2021

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A member asked:

I have seen an area on my tonsil that looks like a hole and it looks blue inside? is it normal to see blue tissue inside tonsil crypts ? and is the blue colour of concern? the hole is a little bigger. i get tonsil stones on occasion?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Alan Lasnover answered

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