Inflammation of the tonsils happens when the tonsils are irritated. It is usually caused by viruses, but it may also stem from bacterial infections. The condition commonly affects children and typically presents with symptoms such as difficulty swallowing, high temperature, earaches, and coughing.
To identify tonsillitis, your doctor may by examining the throat and by sometimes taking a swab test to confirm a bacterial infection. To treat viral cases, the focus is on pain relief through medications like ibuprofen or paracetamol. In bacterial cases, antibiotics may be prescribed.
When tonsillitis persists, a tonsillectomy might be recommended if there are multiple severe episodes. Preventative measures include good hygiene practices.
Tonsillitis is primarily caused by viral or bacterial infections, requiring treatments from pain relief to surgery depending on the severity.
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