Here’s What You Need to Know About Tonsil Stones — The Weird, Pimple-Like Growths in Your Throat

You might not always see or feel them, but larger or more frequent tonsil stones can cause noticeable symptoms, such as:

• A persistent sore throat or a feeling of something “stuck” in your throat
• Chronic bad breath (halitosis)
• Difficulty swallowing
• Ear pain (even though the stone is in your throat, nerves are interconnected)
• Swollen tonsils or visible white spots

In many cases, they’re painless and go unnoticed — until they come out, as described in the viral post:“I sneezed 4–5 times and felt something tickling my throat. Today, my throat is completely clear after this little thing came out.”

Why Do Some People Get Tonsil Stones?

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