Understanding Tonsillitis: Symptoms, Causes and Effective Treatments

Understanding Tonsillitis: Symptoms, Causes and Effective Treatments

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Tonsillitis is a condition that your tonsils swell. It is usually caused by bacteria like group A streptococcus. The condition commonly affects young adults and typically presents with symptoms such as difficulty swallowing, high temperature, earaches, and coughing.

To identify tonsillitis, your doctor may by examining the throat and through the use of a throat swab to detect the presence of bacteria. To treat viral cases, the focus is on rest, fluids, and pain management through hydration and rest. When bacteria are the cause, antibiotics might be used.

In recurring tonsillitis cases, surgery to remove the tonsils may be necessary if the condition disrupts daily life. You can prevent tonsillitis spreading by 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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