Tonsillitis- Symptoms and Treatment
Tonsillitis
Tonsillitis: Signs and symptoms
- Red swollen tonsils
- A white or yellow coating on the tonsils
- A slight voice change due to swelling
- Sore throat
- Uncomfortable or painful swallowing
- Swollen lymph nodes (glands) in the neck
- Fever
- Bad breath
You should visit your ENT specialist at EYiasis, when your child suffers the common symptoms of infected or enlarged tonsils or adenoids.
Complications of Tonsillitis
Inflammation or swelling of the tonsils from frequent or ongoing tonsillitis can cause complications such as:
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- Infection that spreads deep into surrounding tissue (tonsillar cellulitis)
- Infection that results in a collection of pus behind a tonsil (peritonsillar abscess)
Tips to prevent the spread of a bacterial or viral infection to others:
Keep your child at home when he or she is ill and has fever
Teach your child to cough or sneeze into a tissue or, when necessary, into his or her elbow
Teach your child to wash his or her hands after sneezing or coughing
References
- Sidell D, Shapiro NL. Acute tonsillitis. Infect Disord Drug Targets. 2012 Aug;12(4):271-6.
- Klug TE. Peritonsillar abscess: clinical aspects of microbiology, risk factors, and the association with parapharyngeal abscess. Dan Med J. 2017 Mar;64(3):B5333.
- Ece B, Aydin S. Can Shear Wave Elastography Help Differentiate Acute Tonsillitis from Normal Tonsils in Pediatric Patients: A Prospective Preliminary Study. Children (Basel). 2023 Apr 10;10(4):704.
Frequently Asked Questions
What information does this page provide about Tonsillitis- Symptoms and Treatment?
This page provides general information about Tonsillitis- Symptoms and Treatment. It does not replace an individualized medical assessment.
When should I seek medical assessment?
Medical assessment is advisable when symptoms persist, worsen, recur or interfere with everyday activities.
Where is EViasis ENT Medical Center?
EViasis is located at 3 Paradeisou Street, Marousi, Attica, P.C. 15125.
