Tonsillitis refers to a condition where the tonsils become inflamed. The common cause is bacteria like group A streptococcus. It tends to affect children and it generally shows with signs like a sore throat, raised body temperature, ear pain, and swollen glands.
A general practitioner might diagnose it through a physical examination of the throat and sometimes performing a test sample from the throat to confirm a bacterial infection. Managing viral tonsillitis requires pain relief through medications like ibuprofen or paracetamol. In bacterial cases, antibiotics may be prescribed.
In recurring tonsillitis cases, surgery to remove the tonsils is an option if there are multiple severe episodes. 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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