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Tonsil stones, scientifically known as tonsillitis, and tonsillitis are two common conditions affecting the tonsils. Tonsil stones are calcified formations that develop in the crevices of the tonsils, whereas tonsillitis refers to the inflammation of the tonsils due to infection. As an ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) surgeon, addressing these issues requires a multifaceted approach that involves both management and, if necessary, surgical intervention. Understanding Tonsil Stones: Symptoms and Causes Tonsil stones often manifest with symptoms such as bad breath, sore throat, difficulty swallowing, and ear pain. The accumulation of food particles, dead cells, and bacteria in the tonsil crypts forms these stones. Poor oral hygiene, chronic tonsillitis, and recurrent throat infections con...

Pyreanean Mountain Dog, Aragorn, has been pawraising for Kids with Cancer Foundation since 2014, starting when he was just a pup. Now, at 10 years old, Aragorn is putting up his paws after almost a decade of helping raise awareness and funds to help support the near 800 children diagnosed with cancer in Australia each year – one pat at a time. Together with his 85-year-old owner, Lorna McDonough-Brown, Aragorn has put up his paws after his last market in late August 2023 on the NSW mid North Coast in Forster. This dynamic duo have raised over $1,700 for Kids with Cancer Foundation through pats and awesomeness and are now looking forward to a well-deserved retirement. For nearly a decade, Aragorn and Lorna have been regular fundraisers throughout the Great Lakes district and surrounds, an...