Inflammation of the tonsils refers to a condition where the tonsils become inflamed. 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 a sore throat, raised body temperature, earaches, and headaches.
Doctors diagnose tonsillitis through a physical examination of the throat and sometimes performing a throat swab to ensure it is bacterial. To treat viral cases, the focus is on rest, fluids, and pain management through hydration and rest. Antibiotics become necessary if the infection is bacterial, though this is rare.
Chronic tonsillitis, surgery to remove the tonsils might be recommended if there are multiple severe episodes. You can prevent tonsillitis spreading by good hygiene practices.
In summary, tonsillitis involves infection of website the tonsils, requiring treatments from pain relief to surgery depending on the severity.
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