Understanding Tonsillitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

Understanding Tonsillitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

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Inflammation of the tonsils refers to a condition where the tonsils are irritated. The common cause is viruses, but it may also stem from bacterial infections. It tends to affect children and it generally shows with symptoms such as difficulty swallowing, fever, earaches, and swollen glands.

A general practitioner might diagnose it by taking a look at the tonsils and sometimes performing a swab test to confirm a bacterial infection. To treat viral cases, the focus is on reducing symptoms through painkillers. In bacterial cases, antibiotics may be prescribed.

In recurring tonsillitis cases, surgery to remove the tonsils is an option if there are multiple severe episodes. To stop the spread of tonsillitis, it is important to covering your mouth when sneezing or coughing.

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

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