Understanding Tonsil Inflammation: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

Understanding Tonsil Inflammation: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

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Tonsillitis happens when the tonsils become inflamed. It is usually caused by viruses, but it may also stem from bacterial infections. The condition commonly affects young adults and it generally shows with symptoms such as difficulty swallowing, high temperature, 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. To treat viral cases, the focus is on rest, fluids, and pain management through website hydration and rest. In bacterial cases, antibiotics may be prescribed.

Chronic tonsillitis, a tonsillectomy is an option if there are multiple severe episodes. Preventative measures include avoiding contact with others during symptoms.

In summary, tonsillitis involves infection of the tonsils, requiring treatments from pain relief to surgery depending on the severity.

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