Tonsillitis refers to a condition where your tonsils swell. It is usually caused by viruses, but it may also stem from bacterial infections. It tends to affect teens and it generally shows with symptoms such as difficulty swallowing, high temperature, earaches, and headaches.

To identify tonsillitis, your doctor may by examining the throat and through the use of a throat swab to detect the presence of bacteria. Treatment for viral tonsillitis focuses on reducing symptoms through painkillers. Antibiotics become necessary if the infection is website bacterial, though this is rare.

When tonsillitis persists, tonsil removal may be necessary if the condition disrupts daily life. 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.

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