case presentation of a large rhinolith

Rhinolith is like a stone formation within the nasal cavity. Although stones rarely form in the nasal cavity, the findings of calcified objects or stones anywhere within the body has long been a subject of interest. Though infrequently observed, nasal concretions can be the source of bad smell from the nose and therefore a social concern for the patient. The salient features of such Rhinoliths and their relevance to clinical practice are discussed and a case of a large Rhinolith is presented in this article. So as to enable the attending clinician to be aware of this forgotten entity, which requires a high index of suspicion

case of an unusually large tonsillolith

Tonsilolith is like a stone formation within the tonsil. Though stones rarely form in the tonsil or peritonsillar area, the findings of calcified objects or stones anywhere within the body has long been a subject of interest. Although infrequently seen tonsillar concretions can be the source of both fetor oris and physical and social concern for the patient, the salient features of these tonsilloliths and their relevance to clinical practice are discussed and a case of an unusually enlarged tonsilolith is presented in this article