Guide To The Prevention, Treatment, And Removal Of Tonsil Stones

Course Of Antibiotics

The majority of tonsil stones won't require treatment with medication, especially since antibiotics can't get rid of tonsil stones by themselves. however, tonsil stones do need treatment with antibiotics if the tonsils are infected. Antibiotics help prevent bacteria from growing and work with the immune system to destroy bacterial infections. There is a wide range of antibiotics available today. If patients are prescribed antibiotics for a tonsil infection, they must take the entire course even if they start feeling better. Failing to complete a course of antibiotics can lead to a recurrence of the infection, and it might also become antibiotic-resistant. If this is the case, patients might need to get their tonsils removed entirely. This is without considering potential complications from the infection spreading. Antibiotics do have several side effects, and they won't address whatever underlying issues are leading to the tonsil stones. For example, if poor oral hygiene is a factor, a course of antibiotics won't prevent a recurrence unless patients also change their oral hygiene habits. Viral infections can't be fought off by antibiotics.

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