Inflammation of the tonsils 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 typically presents with symptoms such as difficulty swallowing, fever, earaches, and headaches.
To identify tonsillitis, your doctor may through a physical examination of the throat and through the use of a test sample from the throat to ensure it is bacterial. 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 covering your mouth when sneezing or coughing.
In summary, tonsillitis involves infection of the tonsils, requiring treatments from pain relief to surgery website depending on the severity.
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