Tonsillolith Symptoms, Causes & More
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Complications From Tonsilloliths
Tonsilloliths rarely lead to complications. One of the most severe complications is that tonsilloliths may cause a deep infection in the tonsils. Such an infection is referred to as an abscess, which is a pocket filled with pus. An abscess may also occur from tonsillitis.
The development of large tonsilloliths may damage the tissues of the tonsils and cause significant swelling, inflammation and infection. Where infections result from tonsilloliths, surgery such as a tonsillectomy may be necessary.
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