Tonsillolith Symptoms, Causes & More
Article Sources
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Antibiotics
Antibiotics may be used to manage tonsilloliths in some cases. The medications may decrease the bacterial count that may cause or worsen the development of the tonsilloliths.
However, antibiotics may not address the underlying cause of tonsil stones and these medications may have side effects. Therefore, antibiotics aren't generally recommended as a long-term solution. This means that the problem with tonsilloliths may persist or develop again after a person stops taking antibiotics.
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