Inflammation of the tonsils is a condition that the tonsils become inflamed. The common cause is a viral infection. It tends to affect children and it generally shows featuring symptoms including throat pain, fever, ear pain, and headaches.
To identify tonsillitis, your doctor may through a physical examination of the throat and through the use of a test sample from the throat to ensure it is bacterial. Managing viral tonsillitis requires pain relief through medications like ibuprofen or paracetamol. When bacteria are the cause, antibiotics might be used.
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 here important to covering your mouth when sneezing or coughing.
In summary, tonsillitis involves infection of the tonsils, and the treatment varies based on the cause.
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