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A tonsillolith (or tonsil stone) is a ball-like accumulation of food particles, bacteria, leukocytes, and dried mucus in the folds of tonsils. These folds are referred to as crypts. The balls of bacterica and their waste products are colored white or yellow and have a very foul odor, especially when dislodged and broken. Tonsilloliths may contribute to halitosis and sore throats. Prevention methods include gargling salt water or a non-alcohol, non-sugar based mouth wash. ...
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