Tonsillitis happens when your tonsils swell. It is usually caused by a viral infection. The condition commonly affects young adults and it generally shows featuring symptoms including throat pain, high temperature, ear pain, and swollen glands.
Doctors diagnose tonsillitis through a physical examination of the throat and by sometimes taking a throat swab to ensure it is bacterial. Treatment for viral tonsillitis focuses on reducing symptoms through painkillers. Antibiotics become necessary if the infection is bacterial, though this is rare.
Chronic tonsillitis, a tonsillectomy may be necessary if there are frequent infections. You can prevent tonsillitis spreading by good hygiene practices.
In summary, tonsillitis involves infection of the tonsils, with treatment ranging from self-care to antibiotics.
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