What should I do about bad breath caused by tonsil stones?
Disease description:
When tonsil stones become inflamed, they cause particularly bad breath. What should I do? How to deal with bad breath caused by tonsil stones?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Guo Huijie
The following measures can be taken to improve bad breath caused by tonsil stones:
1. Lifestyle adjustments: Maintain a light diet, increase intake of fresh fruits and vegetables, and avoid spicy, irritating, or heat-inducing foods. Quit smoking and alcohol consumption, and prevent colds to reduce the risk of worsening symptoms.
2. Oral hygiene: Rinse the mouth with mild salt water or a mouthwash after meals and before bedtime. This helps flush away small tonsil stones and effectively reduces bad breath.
3. Removal of stones: When stones are large or repeatedly cause inflammatory irritation, they should be removed under the guidance of a healthcare professional using tools such as tweezers or cotton swabs.
4. Medication: Under medical supervision, medications such as Compound Luo Han Guo lozenges or Pudilan anti-inflammatory tablets may be used to relieve symptoms.
5. Surgical treatment: If bad breath is severe and accompanied by sensations of a foreign body in the throat, pain, or bleeding, tonsillectomy may be considered to completely resolve the issue.
