Posts by wiredpanther16

Emily Peterson15 said:And so, removing tonsils is the same thing as removing the adenoids, right?

Precisely. Tonsils and adenoids are essentially different names for the same biological issue in this context. If they become severely compromised, the bacteria proliferating within them can actually begin to impact other organs throughout the body, at which point surgical removal becomes necessary. Your best course of action would be to secure a referral for an ENT specialist; let a professional examine the actual condition and make an informed assessment of the situation.

Emily Peterson15 said:I have a question regarding my throat... Occasionally, I find myself coughing up these small, yellowish-brown particles from my throat or mouth. They vary in size, but the most striking thing is the incredibly foul odor they produce. I am wondering if this is considered normal, and more importantly, what exactly are these things?

What you are describing sounds like tonsil stones, which form in the crypts—those little indentations on the surface of your tonsils. It’s quite common if you've dealt with frequent bouts of strep throat or tonsillitis in the past. Food particles and debris get trapped in those crevices and eventually calcify or decay, creating that unpleasant material known as detritus.
You might be able to dislodge them yourself with some gentle rinsing or manual cleaning. However, if these stones become a persistent issue—causing chronic bad breath or significant discomfort—the only definitive solution would be having your tonsils surgically removed.