I still have memories of being a teenager and randomly coughing up white rocks. At the time, I either spat them out or sometimes swallowed them if I felt them fall from inside my mouth. I definitely ...

For people who are prone to tonsil stones, the most effective and permanent way to remove existing ones and prevent future stones from developing is to have your tonsils removed surgically (the ...

Irrigation, gargles, and other home remedies can help people eliminate tonsil stones, but they usually fall out on their own. Medical treatment is also available if necessary. Tonsil stones are small ...

Tonsil stones typically don’t pose serious health risks, but they can be irksome to deal with. They can cause bad breath, an unpleasant sensation as if there’s something lodged in the back of your ...

When I was 9 years old, I had my adenoids removed and tubes put in my ears. I remember waking up after the surgery desperately excited to receive the ice cream that I was so sure would be mine. When I ...

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Not only are tonsil stones a "thing," they're far more prevalent than they're discussed. One woman details her year-long ...

Tonsil stones, also known as tonsilloliths, are calcium debris deposits that form on the tonsils. While tonsil stones are usually not a health concern, they are often an indication of poor oral ...

My wife complained about my bad breath for months. Even after brushing my teeth, scraping my tongue with a tongue scraper, and gargling with mouthwash, a foul odor wafted from my mouth when I spoke.

The short answer is yes. You can, in fact, cough up tonsil stones. And you might not even know that you have tonsil stones until you cough one up. Share on Pinterest Your tonsils are two pads of ...