Everything you need to know about tonsil stones, the weird growths that look like pimples in your throat

Gross medical videos are trending on YouTube, and tonsil stone removal is no exception. Similar to pimple popping, tonsil stones are small growths in the throat that can be popped out. Tonsils, part of the immune system, have cavities where food or mucus can get stuck, forming these stones.

A popular tonsil stone video has over 15 million views, showing just how satisfying people find it to watch.