White Spots Developing on Tonsils
There are various reasons why white spots develop on the tonsils, such as strep throat and other bacterial or viral infections. But usually, they can be treated using home remedies and medications. Beyond the discoloration, the tonsils may also feel itchy or make it hard to swallow. Other accompanying symptoms of the condition are sneezing, sore throat, fevers, stuffy nose, weakness, headaches, body pain, lymph node swelling, and bad breath.
A common trigger for tonsil discoloration is strep throat, which is highly contagious and more prevalent in children and teenagers. Infectious mononucleosis is another condition that can result in white streaks or pus patches around the tonsil area. Because it spreads via saliva, many refer to it as a kissing disease. However, it also gives rise to other symptoms, such as body rashes, fatigue, and flu-like symptoms.
Tonsillitis is another condition that typically produces white pus and causes swelling of the tonsils. The S. pyogenes strain mainly triggers it, but other bacterial or viral infections can give rise to it. The underlying medical condition must be resolved to relieve the white spots. For example, if it’s caused by strep throat, over-the-counter medications like Advil and Motrin should alleviate the symptoms.
