Tonsillitis happens when your tonsils swell. It is usually caused by viruses, but it may also stem from bacterial infections. It tends to affect teens and typically presents with signs like difficulty swallowing, fever, ear pain, and headaches.
To identify tonsillitis, your doctor may by taking a look at the tonsils and sometimes performing a throat swab to detect the presence of bacteria. To treat viral cases, the focus is on rest, fluids, and pain management through hydration and rest. When website bacteria are the cause, antibiotics might be used.
Chronic tonsillitis, surgery to remove the tonsils may be necessary if there are frequent infections. To stop the spread of tonsillitis, it is important to good hygiene practices.
In summary, tonsillitis involves infection of the tonsils, and the treatment varies based on the cause.
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