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Tonsil stones

2018-01-22 04:54:29
I’ve been haven ng toncil stones for about half a year now they just started getting more common what does this mean
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You seem to be having condition known as tonsillolith. This is nothing but calcium deposits in the crypts of the tonsils. Unless you have symptoms such as foul smell, pain, foreign body sensation you need not worry. If you are symptomatic then procedure known as cryptolysis or Complete removal of tonsils may be necessary
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Consult nearby ENT specialist for confirmation of diagnosis and appropriate treatment if required

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