Tonsillitis refers to a condition where the tonsils become inflamed. The common cause is a viral infection. It tends to affect children and typically presents with signs like a sore throat, raised body temperature, ear pain, and headaches.
A general practitioner might diagnose it through a physical examination of the throat and sometimes performing a test sample from the throat to confirm a bacterial infection. Treatment for viral tonsillitis focuses on rest, fluids, and pain management through painkillers. In bacterial cases, antibiotics may be prescribed.
Chronic tonsillitis, surgery to remove the tonsils might be recommended if there are multiple severe episodes. You can prevent tonsillitis spreading by avoiding contact with others during here symptoms.
In summary, tonsillitis involves infection of the tonsils, and the treatment varies based on the cause.
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