Tonsil Stones or tonsilloliths are hard yellow or white formations seen on the or within tonsils. It is very common that people having tonsil stones do not complain or realize them as they are mostly painless and varies in sizes. However, when they grow in size, then swell and cause unpleasant odors. This article will provide a general overview of this condition. When cell debris, mucus, saliva, and food gets trapped and builds in the tonsil pockets, it initiated bacteria and fungi to grow on this causing a distinct odor.
Over time, this debris hardens and thus one hard or many smaller stones are formed. Potential causes of tonsil stones include poor dental hygiene, large tonsils, chronic sinus issues, and chronic tonsillitis. Symptoms Mostly tonsil stones go unnoticeable, there are signs that can be an indicator of tonsilitis. This includes inflamed tonsil, mouth odors, difficulty in…
