Understanding Tonsillitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

Understanding Tonsillitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

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Tonsillitis is a condition that the tonsils become inflamed. It is usually caused by bacteria like group A streptococcus. The condition commonly affects teens and it generally shows featuring symptoms including difficulty swallowing, fever, earaches, and coughing.

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 detect the presence of bacteria. Managing viral tonsillitis requires rest, fluids, and pain management through painkillers. In bacterial cases, antibiotics may be prescribed.

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

Overall, tonsillitis can be viral or bacterial, with treatment ranging from website self-care to antibiotics.

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