Understanding Tonsillitis: Causes, Symptoms, Home Remedies, and Prevention
Summary
Tonsillitis is an infection of the tonsils causing throat pain, swelling, and fever, commonly affecting children and spread through close contact. It can be viral or bacterial and requires proper diagnosis and treatment.
Key Points
- Tonsillitis is an infection of the tonsils caused by viruses or bacteria, leading to symptoms like throat pain, fever, and difficulty swallowing.
- The infection is highly contagious and spreads through close contact, coughing, sneezing, and sharing utensils.
- Home remedies such as warm salt water gargling, steam inhalation, and herbal teas can relieve symptoms alongside medical treatment.
- Proper hygiene and avoidance of contact with sick people help prevent transmission of tonsillitis.
