Inflammation of the tonsils is a condition that the tonsils become inflamed. The common cause is a viral infection. It tends to affect teens and typically presents featuring symptoms including throat pain, raised body temperature, ear pain, and headaches.
To identify tonsillitis, your doctor may by taking a look at the tonsils and sometimes performing a swab test to confirm a bacterial infection. here Managing viral tonsillitis requires rest, fluids, and pain management through medications like ibuprofen or paracetamol. In bacterial cases, antibiotics may be prescribed.
When tonsillitis persists, tonsil removal may be necessary if there are multiple severe episodes. Preventative measures include covering your mouth when sneezing or coughing.
In summary, tonsillitis involves infection of the tonsils, requiring treatments from pain relief to surgery depending on the severity.
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