Q I have been told that I have tonsil stones. What are they, and how do you get them? Do you know if this is a common ...

Tonsil stones are surprisingly common and often quite ... If your tonsils are inflamed, swollen, or infected, your doctor may prescribe antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications.

Unlike tonsillitis, tonsil stones generally don't cause fever. They won't make your tonsils red and swollen either. Often they cause no pain at all. How to treat it: If you have a tonsil stone ...