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Tonsillitis is inflammation of the tonsils. It's usually caused by a viral infection or, less commonly, a bacterial infection.
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'For us, the benefits of tonsillectomy far outweighed the risks'
Tessa Hughes, from Brixton in London, had a tonsillectomy when she was 15, after having chronic tonsillitis.
Causes of tonsillitis
Most cases of tonsillitis are caused by viral infections. It can also be caused by bacterial infections, particularly group A streptococcus bacteria.
Introduction
Tonsillitis is inflammation of the tonsils. It's usually caused by a viral infection or, less commonly, a bacterial infection.
Symptoms of tonsillitis
The main symptom of tonsillitis is a sore throat. Your tonsils will be red and swollen, and your throat may be very painful, making swallowing difficult.
Treating tonsillitis
There's no specific treatment for tonsillitis and most cases get better within a week without treatment.
