Inflammation of the tonsils happens when the tonsils become inflamed. It is usually caused by bacteria like group A streptococcus. Children, teens, and young adults are often affected by children and it generally shows with signs like difficulty swallowing, high temperature, earaches, and headaches.
A general practitioner might diagnose it through a physical examination of the throat and sometimes performing a swab test to confirm a bacterial infection. To treat viral cases, the focus is on rest, fluids, and pain management through painkillers. Antibiotics become necessary if the infection is bacterial, though this is rare.
Chronic tonsillitis, tonsil removal might be recommended if there are frequent infections. You can prevent tonsillitis spreading by good hygiene practices.
In summary, tonsillitis involves infection of the tonsils, requiring treatments from pain relief to tonsillitis surgery depending on the severity.
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