Causes of Tonsil Stones
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
8. Tonsillitis
Tonsillitis is an infection of the tonsils and is usually caused by a virus. It will cause a number of unwelcome symptoms, including a sore throat, fever, and a headache among other things. It can also cause an inflammation of the tonsils, and this can lead to further complications.
The inflammation of the tonsils will make it more likely that food and debris will become lodged in the tonsil crypts. Thus, if people have tonsillitis often, then they are more likely to develop tonsil stones. Tonsillitis itself can be very painful for the patient, but it is relatively easy to treat.
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