Tonsillitis happens when the tonsils are irritated. The common cause is bacteria like group A streptococcus. Children, teens, and young adults are often affected by young adults and it generally shows with signs like a sore throat, raised body temperature, ear pain, and swollen glands.
A general practitioner might diagnose it through a physical examination of the throat and sometimes performing a test sample from the throat to confirm a bacterial infection. Managing viral tonsillitis requires pain relief through medications like ibuprofen or paracetamol. When bacteria are the cause, antibiotics might be used.
In recurring tonsillitis cases, surgery to remove the tonsils is an option if there are multiple severe episodes. To stop the spread of tonsillitis, it is important to good hygiene practices.
Tonsillitis is primarily caused by viral or bacterial infections, with treatment website ranging from self-care to antibiotics.
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