Tonsillitis refers to a condition where the tonsils become inflamed. The common cause is a viral infection. It tends to affect children and it generally shows with signs like throat pain, fever, earaches, and headaches.
A general practitioner might diagnose it through a physical examination of the throat and by sometimes taking a throat here swab to ensure it is bacterial. Managing viral tonsillitis requires rest, fluids, and pain management through painkillers. When bacteria are the cause, antibiotics might be used.
Chronic tonsillitis, a tonsillectomy is an option if there are frequent infections. To stop the spread of tonsillitis, it is important to avoiding contact with others during symptoms.
Tonsillitis is primarily caused by viral or bacterial infections, with treatment ranging from self-care to antibiotics.
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