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tonsillitis - inflammation of tonsils in throat Definition for tonsillitis Tonsillitis is an inflammation of the tonsils in the mouth and will often, but not necessarily, cause a sore throat and fever. more Tonsillitis is an inflammation of the tonsils in the mouth and will often, but not necessarily, cause a sore throat and fever. Symptoms may also include pain in the tonsil area and inability to swallow and/or painful swallowing . White spots may also appear on the tonsils. There are 3 main types of tonsillitis: acute, subacute and chronic. Acute tonsillitis can either be bacterial or viral in origin. Subacute tonsillitis (which can last between 3 weeks and 3 months) is caused by the bacterium Actinomyces. Chronic tonsillitis, which can last for long periods if not treated, is almost always bacterial. less some common symptoms difficulty swallowing poor appetite sore throat white patches in mouth or throat some related diagnoses 1 - 7 of 65 diagnoses streptococcal pharyngitis upper respiratory infection pharyngitis common cold enteroviral infections infectious mononucleosis stomatitis   more do i have 'tonsillitis'? In addition the following diagnostic tests might be need to help verify the diagnosis: diagnostic test search results for 'tonsillitis' 1 - 3 of 3 diagnostic tests Culture throat tonsillitis and Culture throat GABHS Rapid Antigen detection test tonsillitis and GABHS Rapid Antigen detection test Culture for Group A Beta Hemolytic Streptococci tonsillitis and Culture for Group A Beta Hemolytic Streptococci therapeutic procedures for 'tonsillitis'? Managing or treating a diseases should always be determined by a patients health care provider. Below is a list of associated therapeutic procedures or medications for tonsillitis: therapeutic procedure search results for 'tonsillitis' 1 - 5 of 5 therapeutic procedures rankings are computer generated. please consult your health care provider. Tonsillectomy Surgical removal of tonsils tonsillitis and Tonsillectomy Plenty of Fluids tonsillitis and Plenty of Fluids Salt Water Gargles tonsillitis and Salt Water Gargles Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy tonsillitis and Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy cold-knife excision tonsillitis and cold-knife excision medications search results for 'tonsillitis' 1 - 5 of 11 medications rankings are computer generated. please consult your health care provider.   amoxicillin tonsillitis and amoxicillin   augmentin tonsillitis and augmentin   keflex tonsillitis and keflex   azithromycin tonsillitis and azithromycin   erythromycin tonsillitis and erythromycin   ceftriaxone tonsillitis and ceftriaxone   pen vk tonsillitis and pen vk   aspirin (a.k.a aspirin, Easprin) tonsillitis and aspirin   erythromycin (a.k.a erythromycin, E-Mycin) tonsillitis and erythromycin   ibuprofen (a.k.a ibuprofen, Motrin) tonsillitis and ibuprofen   penicillin (a.k.a penicillin, Penicillin G Sodium) tonsillitis and penicillin for more please login, login is free (click to login) web search results for tonsillitis Web (All)  |  Treatment  |  Drugs  |  Tests  |  Research  |  Diet Results 1 - 50 - tonsillitis Tonsillitis-Topic Overview What is tonsillitis? Tonsillitis is an infection or inflammation of the tonsils. ... Tonsillitis is spread through the air in droplets when an infected person breathes, ... http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/tc/tonsillitis-topic-overview   www.webmd.com - summary Tonsillitis - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Tonsillitis is an inflammation of the tonsils most commonly caused by viral or bacterial infection. Symptoms of tonsillitis include sore throat and fever. ... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tonsillitis   en.wikipedia.org - summary Tonsillitis: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia Tonsillitis is extremely common, particularly in children. ... If the cause of the tonsillitis is bacteria such as strep, antibiotics are given to cure the infection. ... http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001043.htm   www.nlm.nih.gov - summary Tonsillitis Tonsillitis is inflammation of the tonsils. (See also. ... If the cause of the tonsillitis is bacteria such as strep, antibiotics are given to cure the infection. ... http://adam.about.com/encyclopedia/001043trt.htm   adam.about.com - summary Tonsillitis-Cause Learn what causes tonsillitis. ... Tonsillitis can also be caused by fungi or parasites, but these causes are rare in people who have healthy immune systems. ... http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/tc/tonsillitis-cause   www.webmd.com - summary Tonsillitis-Medications Tonsillitis is usually caused by a virus and does not require prescription medication. http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/tc/tonsillitis-medications   www.webmd.com - summary Anchorage AK Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors - Tonsillitis ... Anchorage Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors physician directory - Learn about tonsillitis causes and types such as acute tonsillitis, strep throat, mononucleosis ... http://www.medicinenet.com/adenoids_and_tonsils/anchorage-ak_city.htm   www.medicinenet.com - summary Tonsillitis-Symptoms Learn the symptoms of tonsillitis. ... The main symptom of tonsillitis is a sore throat. More symptoms occur in most cases. Some or all of the following may be present: ... http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/tc/tonsillitis-symptoms   www.webmd.com - summary Tonsillitis and Obstructive Sleep Disturbance Tonsillectomy - The Head and Neck Institute of Cleveland Clinic performs throat surgery and tonsillectomy for younger patients to rid them of tonsil infections. http://my.clevelandclinic.org/disorders/tonsillitis_obstruct...   my.clevelandclinic.org - summary El Paso TX Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors - Tonsillitis ... El Paso Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors physician directory - Learn about tonsillitis causes and types such as acute tonsillitis, strep throat, mononucleosis ... http://www.medicinenet.com/adenoids_and_tonsils/el-paso-tx_city.htm   www.medicinenet.com - summary Tonsillitis-What Happens Find out how tonsillitis develops. ... Sometimes chronic tonsillitis can lead to more severe conditions, including obstructive sleep apnea and heart and lung problems. ... http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/tc/tonsillitis-what-happens   www.webmd.com - summary Wichita KS Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors - Tonsillitis ... Wichita Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors physician directory - Learn about tonsillitis causes and types such as acute tonsillitis, strep throat, mononucleosis ... http://www.medicinenet.com/adenoids_and_tonsils/wichita-ks_city.htm   www.medicinenet.com - summary Tonsillitis: Symptoms, Causes, Treatments, Surgery, and More WebMD describes tonsillitis, including its symptoms, causes, treatments, and what to expect if surgery is necessary. http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/tonsillitis-symptoms-causes-and-treatments   www.webmd.com - summary Understanding Tonsillitis -- Symptoms Get the basics on tonsillitis symptoms from the experts at WebMD. http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/understanding-tonsillitis-symptoms   www.webmd.com - summary Buffalo NY Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors - Tonsillitis ... Buffalo Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors physician directory - Learn about tonsillitis causes and types such as acute tonsillitis, strep throat, mononucleosis ... http://www.medicinenet.com/adenoids_and_tonsils/buffalo-ny_city.htm   www.medicinenet.com - summary Tonsillitis-Credits A list of authors contributing information on tonsillitis. http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/tc/tonsillitis-credits   www.webmd.com - summary Tonsillitis-When To Call a Doctor Find out when to call a doctor about possible symptoms of tonsillitis. http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/tc/tonsillitis-when-to-call-a-doctor   www.webmd.com - summary Tonsils and Adenoids: MedlinePlus Tonsillitis makes your tonsils sore and swollen. Enlarged adenoids can be sore, make it hard to breathe and ... Tonsillitis Tonsillitis http://kidshealth.org/parent/infections ... http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/tonsilsandadenoids.html   www.nlm.nih.gov - summary Fresno CA Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors - Tonsillitis ... Fresno Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors physician directory - Learn about tonsillitis causes and types such as acute tonsillitis, strep throat, mononucleosis ... http://www.medicinenet.com/adenoids_and_tonsils/fresno-ca_city.htm   www.medicinenet.com - summary Henderson NV Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors - Tonsillitis ... Henderson Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors physician directory - Learn about tonsillitis causes and types such as acute tonsillitis, strep throat, mononucleosis ... http://www.medicinenet.com/adenoids_and_tonsils/henderson-nv_city.htm   www.medicinenet.com - summary Tonsillitis - MayoClinic.com Tonsillitis ? Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, treatment for this common cause of sore throat in children. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/tonsillitis/DS00273   www.mayoclinic.com - summary Lubbock TX Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors - Tonsillitis ... Lubbock Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors physician directory - Learn about tonsillitis causes and types such as acute tonsillitis, strep throat, mononucleosis ... http://www.medicinenet.com/adenoids_and_tonsils/lubbock-tx_city.htm   www.medicinenet.com - summary Reno NV Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors - Tonsillitis (and ... Reno Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors physician directory - Learn about tonsillitis causes and types such as acute tonsillitis, strep throat, mononucleosis (mono) ... http://www.medicinenet.com/adenoids_and_tonsils/reno-nv_city.htm   www.medicinenet.com - summary Peritonsillar abscess Peritonsillar abscess is a complication of tonsillitis. It is most often caused by a type of bacteria called group A beta-hemolytic streptococcus. ... http://adam.about.com/encyclopedia/infectiousdiseases/Peritonsillar-abscess.htm   adam.about.com - summary Index: TO: Merck Manual Home Edition Type in the first few letters of a word to get there faster: ... Tonsillitis. Pharyngitis (Sore Throat) Tonsils. Lymphatic System: Helping Defend Against ... http://www.merck.com/mmhe/index/ind_to.html   www.merck.com - summary Sore throat: Symptoms - MayoClinic.com Sore throat ? Comprehensive overview covers causes, treatment, self-care of this common affliction. ... underlying cause ? such as tonsillitis or strep throat ? include: ... http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/sore-throat/DS00526/DSECTION=symptoms   www.mayoclinic.com - summary Honolulu HI Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors - Tonsillitis ... Honolulu Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors physician directory - Learn about tonsillitis causes and types such as acute tonsillitis, strep throat, mononucleosis ... http://www.medicinenet.com/adenoids_and_tonsils/honolulu-hi_city.htm   www.medicinenet.com - summary Memphis TN Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors - Tonsillitis ... Memphis Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors physician directory - Learn about tonsillitis causes and types such as acute tonsillitis, strep throat, mononucleosis ... http://www.medicinenet.com/adenoids_and_tonsils/memphis-tn_city.htm   www.medicinenet.com - summary Sore Throat - MayoClinic Learn about sore throat characterized by dry itchiness and pain in swallowing. Includes symptoms, causes, treatment, and preventive measures. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/sore-throat/DS00526   www.mayoclinic.com - summary Peritonsillar abscess: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia Peritonsillar abscess is a complication of tonsillitis tonsillitis. It is most often caused by a type of bacteria called group A beta-hemolytic ... http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000986.htm   www.nlm.nih.gov - summary Sore Throat? Find Out if It's a Cold, Strep Throat, or ... Got a sore throat? Learn how to tell if it's a cold, strep throat, or tonsillitis. ... Tonsillitis is a painful infection of the tonsils, the tissue masses located at the back ... http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/sore-throat-cold-strep-throat-tonsillitis   www.webmd.com - summary Nashville TN Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors - Tonsillitis ... Nashville Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors physician directory - Learn about tonsillitis causes and types such as acute tonsillitis, strep throat, mononucleosis ... http://www.medicinenet.com/adenoids_and_tonsils/nashville-tn_city.htm   www.medicinenet.com - summary Tucson AZ Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors - Tonsillitis ... Tucson Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors physician directory - Learn about tonsillitis causes and types such as acute tonsillitis, strep throat, mononucleosis ... http://www.medicinenet.com/adenoids_and_tonsils/tucon-az_city.htm   www.medicinenet.com - summary Tonsillectomy: Risks - MayoClinic.com Tonsillectomy ? Overview covers definition, risks of procedure to remove tonsils. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/tonsillectomy/MY00132/DSECTION=risks   www.mayoclinic.com - summary Group B Strep Infection Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis and ... While many people use the terms sore throat, tonsillitis, and strep throat interchangeably, there are significant clinical differences between these conditions. ... http://www.medicinenet.com/group_b_strep/article.htm   www.medicinenet.com - summary What Is a Peritonsillar Abscess?s A peritonsillar abscess forms in the tissues of the throat next to one of the tonsils. ... A peritonsillar abscess is most often a complication of tonsillitis. ... http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/peritonsillar-abcess   www.webmd.com - summary Tonsillitis-Treatment Overview Read about the medical treatment of tonsillitis. ... Tonsillitis caused by a virus will usually go away on its own. Antibiotics are not effective treatment for viral tonsillitis. ... http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/tc/tonsillitis-treatment-overview   www.webmd.com - summary Tonsillitis (and Adenoid Infection) Causes, Symptoms, Types ... Treatment depends on the type of tonsillitis or adenoid ... Acute tonsillitis is an infection of the tonsils caused by one of several possible types of bacteria or viruses. ... http://www.medicinenet.com/adenoids_and_tonsils/article.htm   www.medicinenet.com - summary Tonsillitis-Prevention Since a wide variety of viruses and bacteria can cause tonsillitis, the best prevention is to follow basic health and hygiene precautions. http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/tc/tonsillitis-prevention   www.webmd.com - summary Adenoids and Tonsils Glossary of Terms with Definitions on ... The following are health and medical definitions of terms that appear in the Tonsillitis article. Abscess: A local accumulation of pus anywhere in the body. ... http://www.medicinenet.com/adenoids_and_tonsils/glossary.htm   www.medicinenet.com - summary Tonsillitis-Surgery Facts about tonsillectomy and the surgical treatment of tonsillitis. http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/tc/tonsillitis-surgery   www.webmd.com - summary Toledo OH Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors - Tonsillitis ... Toledo Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors physician directory - Learn about tonsillitis causes and types such as acute tonsillitis, strep throat, mononucleosis ... http://www.medicinenet.com/adenoids_and_tonsils/toledo-oh_city.htm   www.medicinenet.com - summary Pharyngitis (Sore Throat): Ear, Nose, and Throat Disorders ... A doctor may use the term tonsillitis when the tonsils are particularly enlarged. ... Children with chronic tonsillitis may have a sore throat or discomfort or pain ... http://www.merck.com/mmhe/sec23/ch276/ch276d.html   www.merck.com - summary Palatine tonsil - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Tonsillitis is an inflammation of the tonsils and will often, but not necessarily, cause ... Acute tonsillitis is the most common manifestation of tonsillar ... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palatine_tonsil   en.wikipedia.org - summary Understanding Tonsillitis -- the Basics Get the basics on tonsillitis from the experts at WebMD. ... Tonsillitis is due to strep throat in kids only about 30% of the time, and less so in adults. ... http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/understanding-tonsillitis-basics   www.webmd.com - summary Peritonsillar abscess - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Unlike tonsillitis, which is more common in the pediatric age group, PTA has a ... these signs may be present in tonsillitis itself, a PTA should be specifically ... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peritonsillar_abscess   en.wikipedia.org - summary Tonsillitis-Exams and Tests Diagnosis of tonsillitis is based on a medical history and a physical examination of the throat. http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/tc/tonsillitis-exams-and-tests   www.webmd.com - summary Albuquerque NM Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors ... Albuquerque Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors physician directory - Learn about tonsillitis causes and types such as acute tonsillitis, strep throat, mononucleosis ... http://www.medicinenet.com/adenoids_and_tonsils/albuquerque-nm_city.htm   www.medicinenet.com - summary Tonsillectomy - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Paradise in 1983 defined recurrent tonsillitis warranting surgery by the attack ... Has chronic tonsillitis, consisting of persistent, moderate-to-severe throat ... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tonsillectomy   en.wikipedia.org - summary Sore throat - MedlinePlus Common causes, home care, and other information. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003053.htm   www.nlm.nih.gov - summary show more 1  2