For some individuals, a quick glance in the mirror might reveal small white spots, resembling grains of rice, lodged in the crypts of the tonsils. These spots may emit an unpleasant odor and are sometimes accompanied by swollen tonsils. What do these symptoms indicate?

Sore throat, one-sided pharyngitis is often a sign of common illnesses such as flu, pharyngitis, tonsillitis,... but can also be a warning symptom of many other serious illnesses.

Some individuals may notice small white spots resembling grains of rice on their tonsils when looking in the mirror. These spots often emit an unpleasant odor, and the tonsils may sometimes appear swollen. What conditions might these symptoms indicate?