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Tonsillitis is inflammation (swelling) of the tonsils. See also: Sore throat |
Basic Info
Symptoms
Difficulty swallowing; Ear pain; Fever, chills; Headache; Sore throat - lasts longer than 48 hours and may be severe;...
Causes
The tonsils are lymph nodes in the back of the mouth and top of the throat. They normally help to filter out bacteria...
Tests
The health care provider will look in the mouth and throat for swollen tonsils. The tonsils are usually reddened and ...
Treatments
If the cause of the tonsillitis is bacteria such as strep, antibiotics are given to cure the infection. The antibioti...
Alternative Therapies
Strengthening the immune system is important whether tonsillitis is caused by bacteria or viruses. Naturopaths often ...
Complications
Blocked airway from swollen tonsils; Dehydration from difficulty swallowing fluids; Kidney failure; Peritonsillar abs...
Prevention
The bacteria and viruses that cause tonsillitis are easily spread from person to person. It is not unusual for an ent...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if: A sore throat lasts longer than 48 hours; New symptoms develop; Symptoms get worse...
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