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Is It Ok To Have Asymmetrical Tonsils ?

Posted on Fri, 13 Sep 2024

Question: I have asymmetrical tonsils which I've had checked by multiple doctors and I've always been told they are fine, however, I have noticed the bottom left one is turning a yellow colour. It doesn't appear to be a film or tonsil stone but the flesh itself.

Answered by Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Please send a picture

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Asymmetrical tonsils are quite normal.
If possible you can send me a picture of the tonsils to check for yellow part also tell me if you are having pain swallowing or fever.
There isn't any pathology which cause the tonsils tissues to turn yellow. It can be tonsils stones or infection.

Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Thanks.

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Follow up: Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (1 hour later)

Also, I may have very mild discomfort when swallowing and feel like something is in the back of my throat, I have been swallowing more and hypervigilant that something is wrong with my tonsils so unsure if that is the cause

Answered by Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Can be a mucus cyst in tonsil.

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear ,
I see the picture you attached and there is a yellow part in the bottom of the left tonsil. I think it can be a cyst filled with mucus.
It is benign and doesn't require treatment if it doesn't increase size and if it doesn't bother you .
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Thanks.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T