How to differentiate between tonsil stones and tonsil cancer?

The palatine tonsils are two oval shaped tissues located at the back of your throat (right and left side). They are part of your immune system. If there is a growth or swollen mass on your left tonsil, you should have it assessed by an ENT Specialist. It is likely that a biopsy (removal of a sample of the mass) or removal of the entire tonsil will be required for histology (examination of the tissue under the microscope to determine the nature of the mass). Although certain clinical characteristics may help guide the doctor to determine if the mass is likely benign (e. g.

Thank you for your enquiry. Snoring is one of the most common symptoms seen in my clinical practice. Although many may brush off snoring as just a social nuisance, it is important to be aware that snoring is often a sign of a potentially harmful condition known as obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA). OSA refers to a condition in which one chokes or momentarily "stops breathing" repetitively during sleep due to repeated episodes of upper airway collapse. Common causes of snoring, especially in children, include: 1.