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I get tonsil stones a lot, and try to free them with my tongue. after a while if i do, i get a really bad headache. pulled muscle in head?
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Tonsil stones: Your tonsills have deep pits that trap food and the food particles rehydrate and expand, they can cause pain. You are also more susceptible to chronic tonsillitis. Gargling with salt-water after every meal will reduce the collections. Tonsillectomy will illiminate the condition; however, all surgery has risks. Head is likely myofascial as you strain tongue and neck muscles to dislodge stones.
Answered 9/28/2016
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