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- An inflammation of the tonsils
- Most cases caused by viral infections
- ContagiousKidsHealth: Tonsillitis
- Common in school age childrenKidsHealth: Tonsillitis
- Eat soft foodsKidsHealth: Tonsillitis
- Avoid acidic and spicy foodsKidsHealth: Tonsillitis
- Get plenty of restKidsHealth: Tonsillitis
- Usually lasts two to three daysWebMD: Tonsillitis - Topic Overview
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Tonsillitis occurs when the tonsils become infected with a virus or bacterium that causes them to become red, swollen and painful. In most cases, tonsillitis is caused by a virus, so antibiotics cannot be used to treat it. Reoccurring tonsillitis used to be treated by removing the tonsils, but a tonsillectomy is no longer recommended unless other treatments fail to work.WebMD: Tonsillitis - Topic Overview
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Treatment
If the tonsillitis is caused by the bacteria that causes strep throat, antibiotics will be prescribed. However, if the tonsillitis is caused by a virus, it will usually go away on its own. The goal of treatment is to treat the uncomfortable symptoms of tonsillitis. Taking over-the-counter pain relievers will help ease the pain. Also, gargling with salt water and drinking warm tea and broths can be helpful.MedlinePlus: Medical Encyclopedia: Tonsillitis -
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Tonsillitis Questions
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How to remove tonsil stones? 2 AnswersBrush your teeth with an oxygenating toothpaste such as Therabreath or BreathRX. These are the best toothpastes for this! http://www.therabreath.com/images/pr... read more -
How can I prevent post nasal drip? 7 AnswersOne suggestion is to drink lots of water throughout your day. Water helps increase mucus flow. This will stop it from becoming thick and sitting in the back of ... read more
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What is the best treatment for getting over sore tonsils? 3 AnswersI never had my tonsil removed and I clearly remember back in grade school when I would be sick about 3 - 4 times a year with accompanying tonsilitis. The main s... read more
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The tonsillitis seems to have turned itself into really painful sinusitis. Every time I sneeze or look down it hurts soooo much!
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