A myxoid cyst is a small, benign lump that occurs on fingers or toes, near a nail. It’s also called a digital mucous cyst or mucous pseudocyst. The cause of myxoid cysts isn’t certain. They’re usually ...

Mucous cysts are pseudocysts (cystic structures lacking a true lining) that usually appear on the middle or index finger of the dominant hand; toe involvement is uncommon. Although most mucous cysts ...

Some people are more prone to tonsil stones than others. These pebble-like lumps form when food particles, bacteria, mucus, and saliva get trapped in the crevices of the tonsils. But if you prefer not ...

Tonsil Stones: Have you ever noticed tiny white or yellow lumps at the back of your throat that cause bad breath and irritation? Those little culprits are called tonsil stones, and while they may seem ...

Tonsil stones are a fairly common ailment that don’t usually pose serious health risks. But they can be burdensome to deal with. Tonsil stones, also called tonsilloliths or tonsilliths, are growths ...

Swollen tonsils often signify something is up with your body—like an impending cold or virus. There are many causes for the mounds in the back of your throat to become inflamed. And much like a ...