Only a doctor can determine if you have an infection or need a tonsillectomy for tonsil stone removal or other treatment for chronic tonsil stones. Talk to your health care provider if:
You experience severe or prolonged symptoms.
Your symptoms get worse.
You are limited by the discomfort caused by tonsil stones.
Visit the UPMC Ear, Nose, and Throat website to learn more about throat-related ailments. Editor's Note: This article was originally published on July 15, 2015, and was last reviewed on May 24, 2022.