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What is the best way to get tonsil stones out of your throat?

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Surgery: The best way is surgery. Another option is a long course (up to six weeks of antibiotics) to decrease the size of the tonsils and the pockets that allow tonsil stones to form.

Dr Hadied and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/12/2016

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Dr. Vandana Kumra answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Gargle: The mechanical action of gargling can dislodge stones. I recommend gargling 2-3x/day. Do not pick at the stones with q-tips etc, as that can cause bleeding and scarring.

Answered 9/8/2013

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Hi, how do I know if I have tonsil stones? One of the spots came out today so Im thinking thats what I have... How do I get rid of them if thats what it is and is that why my throat still hurts?

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Have tonsil stones w/sore throat help! Is there a way to get rid of them I don't want to keep scraping them out nothing is working! 2 months going ?

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I have an irritated whitish yellow spot on the back right side of my throat. It is not a tonsil stone but I do get those sometimes. What is it?

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I've read that many Doctors won't perform tonsillectomies anymore. I have tonsil stones, and often get strep throat. Can I ask for a tonsillectomy?

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Hello..I have swallowed a tonsil stone and it's stuck in my throat. Will it cause any harm? It has been months and I've not been able get rid of it.

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