Tonsillitis: a common throat infection

 

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Introduction

Tonsillitis is an acute throat infection that mainly affects children and young adults, but it can occur at any age. It causes painful inflammation of the throat and tonsils.

 

Causes

 

• Viral: most cases are due to viruses (cold, flu).

• Bacterial: some are caused by group A beta-hemolytic streptococcus.

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Symptoms

• Red, sore throat

• Difficulty swallowing

• Moderate to high fever

• Tender lymph nodes in the neck

• Sometimes white patches on the tonsils (bacterial tonsillitis)

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Treatment

• Viral tonsillitis: rest, hydration, simple painkillers.

• Bacterial tonsillitis: antibiotics (only if confirmed by a test).

Prevention

• Wash hands regularly

• Avoid close contact with infected people

• Wear a mask during respiratory infections

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🟦 Practical tip

If you have severe sore throat with fever, consult your doctor to determine if it is bacterial and needs antibiotics.

 

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Conclusion

With early diagnosis and proper treatment, tonsillitis can be cured effectively without complications.

 

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