Tonsillitis refers to a condition where your tonsils swell. It is usually caused by a viral infection. It tends to affect teens and typically presents with symptoms such as difficulty swallowing, fever, earaches, and coughing.
To identify tonsillitis, your doctor may by examining the throat and by sometimes taking a throat swab to detect the presence of bacteria. Treatment for viral tonsillitis focuses on reducing symptoms through painkillers. In bacterial cases, antibiotics may be prescribed.
In recurring tonsillitis cases, tonsil removal may be necessary if the condition disrupts daily life. To stop the spread of tonsillitis, it is important to good hygiene practices.
In summary, tonsillitis involves infection of the tonsils, and the treatment varies based on the cause.
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