Question 1

Had tonsils removed this year in may, b/c constantly getting sick..had tonsil stones and pharyngitis.. still i am getting sick. what is the problem?

Accepted Answer

You got the trap/filter ( tonsil ) removed.......but the other factors which are responsible for recurrent respiratory infection remained intact.....need to modify them.

Question 2

Severely swollen tonsils and lymph nodes in neck, tonsil stones, constant cough, pain, red bumps in back of throat; been going on for 6-7 months?

Accepted Answer

If this is going on for 7 months , you have chronic tonsillitis . Your glands in the neck are trying to fight the infection. Please see ENT , likely you may benefit from tonsillectomy.You may also have a Post nasal discharge and allergies which may be adding to the throat irritation and cough . Please get it evaluated.

Question 3

Can tonsil stones cause constant pressure in my head? iv had pressure for months now and its making me feel like im gonna pass out and im always tired and feel like im dying?

Accepted Answer

See a specialist Otolaryngologist (ENT). You may be dealing with a chronic infection. Your tonsils may requirer Rx.

Question 4

Can singulair help my post nasal drip & tonsil stones? i take claritin and and still have constant drainage.

Accepted Answer

singulair won't, and claritin would partially help, you may very well have chronic sinusitis and may need an antibiotic, / more medicines to control your symptoms. See your doctor first, who may refer you to an ENT or an Allergist for further management, good luck

Question 5

Can tonsil stones cause a dirt-type taste in the back of your throat more so when swallowing for 1+ years constantly? (just about every day)

Accepted Answer

Yes they can. You need to consult with an ENT doctor about your tonsils. Sometimes a course of an antibiotic like Clindamycin can be helpful in changing the bacteria of your tonsils and decreasing the odor and taste. Sometimes we have to remove the tonsils.

Question 6

What are tonsil stones?

Accepted Answer

They are bacterial colonies that form in tonsillar crypts. A common bacteria is actinomyces.  It can give you a foreign body sensation in throat and halitosis.

Question 7

Are tonsil stones serious?

Accepted Answer

The tonsils have multiple holes that can can get filled with bacteria, mucus and food debris.  Overtime the debris can harden and form the so called tonsil stones.  They are not  serious but they can cause throat discomfort and bad breath.

Question 8

What can cause tonsil stones?

Accepted Answer

Tonsil stones (i.e. Tonsilliths) are collections of food and debris which get trapped in the tonsils.  This material gets infected usually becomes foul smelling.  Some tonsils have more nooks and crannies in which to collect this debris, which makes the stones larger and/or more numerous.  If removed, tonsilliths usually will recur.  If severe, tonsillectomy will cure the problem. Best wishes.

Question 9

Can tonsil stones be harmful?

Accepted Answer

Tonsil stones are offensive due to odor.  They may cause discomfort and possibly and infection could result from them.  Mostly it is odor and cosmetic.

Question 10

How are tonsil stones removed?

Accepted Answer

I have known patients who were bothered by their "tonsil stones" who used a tooth-pick to clean out the tonsil stones; others reported that they used a "water pik" with great success. Try also daily gargling with salt water (saline) containing manuka honey - "nature's antibiotic".

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Had tonsils removed this year in may, b/c constantly getting sick..had tonsil stones and pharyngitis.. still i am getting sick. what is the problem?

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Severely swollen tonsils and lymph nodes in neck, tonsil stones, constant cough, pain, red bumps in back of throat; been going on for 6-7 months?

Can tonsil stones cause constant pressure in my head? iv had pressure for months now and its making me feel like im gonna pass out and im always tired and feel like im dying?

Can singulair help my post nasal drip & tonsil stones? i take claritin and and still have constant drainage.

Can tonsil stones cause a dirt-type taste in the back of your throat more so when swallowing for 1+ years constantly? (just about every day)

What are tonsil stones?

Are tonsil stones serious?

What can cause tonsil stones?

Can tonsil stones be harmful?

How are tonsil stones removed?

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