Tonsillitis Resources
For more information on tonsillitis, please visit the following resources: National Institutes of Health: MedlinePlus: Tonsillitis http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001043.htm Ohio State...
View ArticleTonsillitis Prevention
Preventing the Spread of Germs The germs causing bacterial and viral tonsillitis are contagious. Therefore, good hygiene can be one of the best ways to reduce the spread of tonsillitis. Children should...
View ArticleAlternative Tonsillitis Treatment
Alternative Medicine Review In cases of viral tonsillitis infection where antibiotics cannot be used, natural and homeopathic remedies may be used. Many believe that the use of these alternative...
View ArticleTraditional Tonsillitis Treatment
Home Treatment A vast majority of tonsillitis cases resolve on their own without the use of medications. Since this is often the case, home care can be an important method for expediting the recovery...
View ArticleTonsillitis Causes
Viruses and Bacteria Viruses are the most common cause of tonsillitis. However, bacterial infection may also be a cause. One of the most common tonsillitis-causing bacteria strains is Streptococcus...
View ArticleTonsillitis Symptoms
Throat Discomfort Those with tonsillitis may experience: Sore throat Headache Fever Swollen, red tonsils Stiff neck Yellow or white patches or coating on the tonsils Pain or difficulty when swallowing...
View ArticleTonsillitis Overview
What Is Tonsillitis? Tonsillitis is the inflammation of one’s tonsils. The tonsils are two pads of tissue shaped like ovals. They are located at the back of one’s throat, one per side. Those with...
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