Tonsillitis

Tonsillitis is inflammation of the palatine tonsils, either acute (viral/bacterial) or chronic (recurrent/persistent). Clinical: sore throat, fever, dysphagia, tonsillar enlargement/exudates, halitosis, cervical lymphadenopathy. Treatment: rest; hydration; analgesics/antipyretics; rapid strep test/culture; penicillin/amoxicillin for bacterial; treat peritonsillar abscess; tonsillectomy for recurrent (≥7/year, ≥5/year ×2, ≥3/year ×3) or obstructive sleep apnea.

Common Symptoms

Sore throat/fever; tonsillar enlargement/exudates; halitosis; by acute/chronic

Causes and Pathogenesis

Viral/bacterial infection or chronic recurrent inflammation causes tonsillar disease.

Treatment

Supportive care; antibiotics for strep; tonsillectomy if recurrent/obstructive

Preventive Measures

Hand hygiene; avoid smoking; treat allergies/GERD.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the ENT department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.