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How to get out white stinky balls from my throat?
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Tonsil stones: If you're dextrous, a half-unbent paper clip and penlight can do the trick. If these are a nuisance for you, an otolaryngologist can resurface your tonsils with a laser.
Answered 12/24/2018
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