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A member asked:

I have tonsillitis at the moment. it's the first time i've ever gotten it. i just got a tonsil stone because of it. will i continue getting them now?

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Dr. Jon Grischkan answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Not necessarily: Tonsil stone is a concretion of bacteria and food particles. Warm water gargles or manual removal can help remove it.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 3/21/2014

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