Learning About Tonsillitis: Symptoms, Causes and Effective Treatments

Tonsillitis happens when the tonsils become inflamed. The common cause is bacteria like group A streptococcus. It tends to affect young adults and typically presents with symptoms such as difficulty swallowing, raised body temperature, earaches, and coughing.

Doctors diagnose tonsillitis by taking a look at the tonsils and by sometimes taking a swab test to detect the presence of bacteria. Treatment for viral tonsillitis focuses on rest, fluids, and pain management through painkillers. Antibiotics become necessary if the infection is bacterial, though this is rare.

Chronic tonsillitis, tonsil removal may be necessary if the condition here disrupts daily life. You can prevent tonsillitis spreading by avoiding contact with others during symptoms.

Overall, tonsillitis can be viral or bacterial, and the treatment varies based on the cause.

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