Understanding Tonsillitis: Symptoms, Causes and Effective Treatments

Understanding Tonsillitis: Symptoms, Causes and Effective Treatments

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Inflammation of the tonsils is a condition that the tonsils are irritated. The common cause is a viral infection. It tends to affect children and typically presents featuring symptoms including a sore throat, high temperature, earaches, and headaches.

To identify tonsillitis, your doctor may through a physical examination of the throat and sometimes performing a throat swab to detect the presence of bacteria. To treat viral cases, the focus is on pain relief through painkillers. Antibiotics become necessary if the infection is bacterial, though this is rare.

In recurring tonsillitis cases, tonsil removal might be recommended if there are multiple severe episodes. Preventative measures include avoiding contact with others during symptoms.

Tonsillitis is primarily caused by viral or bacterial infections, with treatment ranging from website self-care to antibiotics.

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