In general, tonsil stones are pathologic calcium, magnesium and other inorganic salts stones, mainly caused by the precipitation of food debris, bacteria, necrotic cells, mucus and other substances, and can occur in the depression of the tonsil crypts. Symptoms alone do not clarify the presence of tonsil stones, which need to be confirmed by a specialist with specialized knowledge and clinical experience.
Most tonsil stones are small in size and do not show any obvious symptoms, and are only detected during regular checkups. In a few patients with larger tonsil stones, they can cause associated symptoms such as bad breath, difficulty in swallowing, sore throat, etc.
Although tonsil stones can be self-examined to make a preliminary diagnosis, patients should go to the otolaryngology department of the hospital after the occurrence of the above symptoms, so that a professional doctor can carry out physical examination and imaging tests to make a clear diagnosis, and then deal with and treat the disease.