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Well into adulthood, most people believe they're past the possibility of developing a new allergy. But the phenomenon isn't unusual — and it happens more often among women.
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Tonsil stones can cause bad breath and sore throats. These small white or yellow deposits form on tonsils when bacteria and debris get trapped in tiny indentations. They affect up to four in 10 people.
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