Tonsillitis is a condition that your tonsils swell. It is usually caused by viruses, but it may also stem from bacterial infections. Children, teens, and young adults are often affected by young adults and it generally shows with symptoms such as difficulty swallowing, high temperature, earaches, and headaches.
A general practitioner might diagnose it by examining the throat and sometimes performing a test sample from the throat to confirm a bacterial infection. Treatment for viral tonsillitis focuses on pain relief through hydration and rest. 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 important to covering your mouth when sneezing or coughing.
In summary, tonsillitis involves here infection of the tonsils, requiring treatments from pain relief to surgery depending on the severity.
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