What Causes Swollen Tonsils With White Patches But No Pain?

What Causes Swollen Tonsils With White Patches But No Pain?

1. Introduction Swollen tonsils with white patches but no pain are most frequently caused by the accumulation of tonsilloliths, commonly known as tonsil stones, or by chronic asymptomatic tonsillitis. While acute bacterial or viral infections typically present with severe throat pain, the presence of white spots without discomfort suggests a mechanical buildup of debris or … Read more