Tonsillitis refers to a condition where the tonsils are irritated. The common cause is a viral infection. It tends to affect children and it generally shows featuring symptoms including throat pain, raised body temperature, earaches, and headaches.
A general practitioner might diagnose it by taking a look at the tonsils and by sometimes taking a swab test to detect the presence of bacteria. Treatment tonsillitis for viral tonsillitis focuses on reducing symptoms through hydration and rest. In bacterial cases, antibiotics may be prescribed.
When tonsillitis persists, tonsil removal might be recommended if there are frequent infections. Preventative measures include covering your mouth when sneezing or coughing.
In summary, tonsillitis involves infection of the tonsils, requiring treatments from pain relief to surgery depending on the severity.
For more information, visit the YouTube channel by clicking here.