Tonsillitis refers to a condition where your tonsils swell. It is usually caused by viruses, but it may also stem from bacterial infections. The condition commonly affects young adults and it generally shows with symptoms such as difficulty swallowing, high temperature, ear pain, and headaches.

Doctors diagnose tonsillitis by taking a look at the tonsils and by sometimes taking a swab test to detect the presence of bacteria. To treat viral cases, the focus is on reducing symptoms through painkillers. In bacterial cases, antibiotics may be prescribed.

When tonsillitis persists, tonsil removal may be necessary 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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