Does anyone who gets tonsil stones know how to keep them from coming back? Or a possible easy way to get them out. I get them quite frequently and I usually have to dig them out with a toothpick, but it always gags me.... its getting old. Can anyone help?
2007-09-24 05:58:21 · 1 answers · asked by VMG 3 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Infectious Diseases
Our tonsils have crypts so, yes, there are little "openings", rather dents in our tonsils. These little crypts can fill with food particles, bacteria and dead white cells. These deposits can calcify becoming tonsil stones, also known as tonsiloliths. As long as you don't have a sore throat, there is nothing to worry about.
If seeing the tonsil stones bothers you, gargle with salt water, cider vinegar, dissolvable paracetamol or a non-alcohol, non-sugar based mouth wash. Also, since tonsil stones are common in those with sinus issues, take a decongestant to relieve post nasal drip. Never, ever dig them out! Not only can you damage your tonsils and your throat, they are only going to come back.
The only way to get rid of tonsil stones is to have your tonsils removed.
2007-09-24 11:43:54 · answer #1 · answered by ilse72 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋