Tonsillitis refers to a condition where the tonsils are irritated. The common cause is a viral infection. Children, teens, and young adults are often affected by children and typically presents with symptoms such as difficulty swallowing, raised body temperature, earaches, and coughing.
Doctors diagnose tonsillitis by taking a look at the tonsils and sometimes performing a throat swab to confirm a bacterial infection. Managing viral tonsillitis requires rest, fluids, and pain management through painkillers. Antibiotics become necessary if the infection is bacterial, though this is rare.
In recurring tonsillitis cases, surgery to remove the tonsils may be necessary if there are frequent infections. To stop the spread of tonsillitis, it is important to covering your mouth when website sneezing or coughing.
Overall, tonsillitis can be viral or bacterial, with treatment ranging from self-care to antibiotics.
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