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I have been plagued by these things for years. What doesn't work: Clearing your throat, rinsing with salt water or mouthwash etc, and sneezing What works but not the best: Scraping your tonsils with a finger, q-tip, etc. It will work sometimes but not all the time. Also these tend to be very painful if you make multiple attempts. I have had my throat bleed because of it. Also you can gag yourself ... not fun.
TONSOLITHS FIX: PLEASE READ THIS! IT WILL SAVE YOU A LOT OF GRIEF!
I just fixed my tonsil stone problem!
I'm not into alternative remedies, but after using a combination of amoxicillin and flonase to no avail, I decided to take matters into my own hands:
I went to the pharmacy and picked up a small plastic syringe (without a needle-- DO NOT USE A NEEDLE!), which Walgreens actually gave to me for free, as they don't sell them.
I filled the syringe with a mild saline solution made from nasal irrigation salts in water.
I put the syringe into the pockets in the back of my throat and fired! Presto! A heap of tonsoliths, hidden way down in the recess, came popping out. I immediately repeated this a few times until the tonsoliths stopped appearing. It's been a week, and I've re-irrigated a few times, just to make sure, but I think I've cured myself! Nothing has popped out since that first cathartic rinse. And my bad breath is gone.
The bacteria that causes the tonsoliths sits in the recesses in the tonsils, so it's really hard to remove all our tonsoliths.
When I decided to irrigate my tonsils, I thought that I had succeeded in removing all my tonsoliths through pressure and prodding with a Q-tip-- I thought that the irrigation would just kill the bacteria and prevent the formation of any others. I had no idea that the cavities in the tonsil run so deep. No wonder clearing a few tonsoliths manually had achieved little in the way of curing my bad breath!
So, my advice is to irrigate, and not to poke around with your tonsils using your fingers or anything else. A neat jet of water, and you're done!
PS. I've also tried irrigating with Listerine, in an attempt to make sure I've killed the bacteria. Not sure which is better, but I'd start with saline as it's milder.
What else can I help you with?
Do your tonsils make you sick?
No everybody has tonsils. But if they get infected then you're sick. I had my tonsils taken out because they were infected not everyone gets infected tonsils but its better if you get tonsilitus (infected tonsils) when you're a kid because its more dangerous to get then surgically removed when you're older.
What color is the tonsils?
the tonsils are pink or sometimes red withe white puss if infected
What is tonsillectomy mean?
A tonsillectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the tonsils, which are two small glands located at the back of the throat. This procedure is often done to treat recurrent tonsillitis or breathing problems caused by enlarged tonsils.
Why did Cher Lloyd have her tonsils taken out?
They were taken out because they were infected... She had tonsilitus.
If you have infected tonsils can you kiss someone?
If you have infected tonsils, such as in the case of tonsillitis, it is advisable to avoid kissing someone. Infected tonsils can harbor bacteria or viruses that are contagious, increasing the risk of spreading the infection to others. It's best to wait until you are fully recovered and free from symptoms before engaging in close contact like kissing. Always consult a healthcare professional for personalized advice.
Why do peoples cut their tonsils and what is the aftermath?
people cut their tonsils because it gets infected and needs to be cut so the infection does not spread, i think theirs 2 tonsils so they'd be alright from surgery
Which tonsil is most likely to become infected?
The palatine tonsils, located at the back of the throat, are the ones most commonly affected by infections such as tonsillitis.
How do I avoid strep throat?
You could cut your tonsils off because when you get strep throat, your tonsil areas are infected.Therefore if you don't have tonsils,the area can't be infected.
Which set of tonsils get infected the most?
The palatine tonsils are the set of tonsils that get infected the most frequently. They are located on either side of the back of the throat and are often involved in cases of tonsillitis, which is an inflammation caused by viral or bacterial infections. Symptoms can include sore throat, difficulty swallowing, and swollen lymph nodes. In some cases, recurrent infections may lead to the need for tonsillectomy.
Do cats get infected tonsils or tonsillitis?
Yes my cat had it and i took her to the vets they gave her penicillin. She lost her appetite but she was fine.
Are tonsils dangerous to the human body?
Only if they get infected. Otherwise they're helpful, getting rid of unwanted material.
Where does the pus on your tonsils come from?
It depends... Sometimes the tonsils are infected with bacteria (tonsillitis) and pus will drain out. If this is recurring, there might be an indication to have them removed (tonsillectomy). It you find that what is coming out is hard and white but your throat doesn't hurt, you might simply have tonsils with crypts in which food particles get stuck.
