Unfortunately, it is possible to have tonsil stones for a long time, because they may be wedged in your tonsils without showing very many obvious symptoms. But, if you are not careful, they will definitely begin to become rather obvious, and in a fashion that can be pretty disgusting. The following are 3 common examples of symptoms commonly associated with tonsil stones.

Bad Breath

This is a sure sign that you may be suffering with the problem. It becomes more certain as a symptom when you brush your teeth after eating, and use a mouthwash to help the problem.

However, in a relatively short amount of time, the bad breath returns. It is almost as if you did not brush your teeth and use mouthwash to begin with!

At first, the tendancy may be to overlook this as a slight annoyance, so we just take a breath mint and go about our business. However, little do we know that the condition is getting worse. Pretty soon, the bad breath becomes so severe that we realize that something serious may be going on.

Cough

When a cough appears out of the "blue" could also be an indicator that tonsilloliths are developing. or are already present.

Similar to bad breath, a cough can be construed as something that isn't serious. We know that a cough can occur for a variety of minor reasons, and we can lull ourselves in to a sense of false security.

However, much like the progression of the severity of the bad breat,as the stones increase in size and density, the cough may become very difficult to control.

Sore Throats

Are very common when suffering with tonsil stones. In the beginning, the tonsils may feel a little tender. The soreness is especially apparent after we eat something hot or spicey.

Generally, the tenderness progresses to a sore throat that we usually associate with a cold. Again, we tend to dismiss the problem as something minor. Meanwhile, the problem is becoming difficult to deal with.

If left untreated, these 3 symptoms will increase to the point of being unbearable. Also, as the condition worsens, individuals frequently have difficulty swallowing.

Many sufferers feel like surgery is the only way to remove the mass. However, natural methods exist to remove tonsil stones.