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The main symptom of tonsillitis is a sore throat. It may develop either suddenly or gradually. It may be either mild or severe.
Also earache, fever, headaches, stomachaches,loss of appetite ,vomit. Bad smelling breath.
Common symptoms of tonsillitis include:
- red and/or swollen tonsils
- white or yellow patches on the tonsils
- tender, stiff, and/or swollen neck
- sore throat
- painful or difficult swallowing
- cough
- headache
- sore eyes
- body aches
- fever
- chills
- nasal congestions
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 14y agoSymptoms of tonsillitis include a severe sore throat (which may be experienced as referred pain to the ears), painful/difficult swallowing, coughing, headache, myalgia (muscle aches), fever and chills. Tonsillitis is characterized by signs of red, swollen tonsils which may have a purulent exudative coating of white patches (i.e. pus). Swelling of the eyes, face, and neck may occur. (Wikipedia)
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∙ 7y agopain and discomfort on swallowing food or water and sore harsh throat.
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How do you get rid of tonsillitis in a day?
Normally, it takes seven to ten days for tonsillitis to go away. It's unlikely that your symptoms will go away in one day.
Who are the leading doctors specializing in effective tonsillitis treatment in Kolkata?
Looking for the best tonsillitis treatment doctors in Kolkata? Turn to Anksh ENT Institute for top-rated care and effective treatment. Contact us for expert consultation and relief from tonsillitis symptoms.
If you have red blotchy skin a severe sore throat headaches sore ears and a bad cough do you have tonsillitis?
Tonsillitis is inflammation of the tonsils. The symptoms you describe are consistent with a cold, which may cause inflammation of the tonsils. See your health care provider for advice specific to your situation.
What year was tonsillitis discovered?
Humans have had tonsillitis since the dawn of time.
Should children stay off school if they have tonsillitis?
yes tonsillitis is a virus which victims the throat. usually the symptoms are sore throat white or yellow patches at the back of the throat bad headache hurts to speak they clear usually within a week. but sometimes if it is concerning an adult or child, it is longer
Is enzymes good for tonsillitis?
Doubtful! I suggest you consult a physician if tonsillitis has, or is occurring.
Can humans pass tonsillitis on horses which then to them is strangles?
No, strangle and tonsillitis are not the same thing.
Why do you keep getting tonsillitis?
Tonsillitis occurs when the tonsils are overwhelmed by bacteria. If it keeps occurring, the patient probably has chronic tonsillitis and needs their tonsils removed.
When you think you may have tonsillitis can those white spots fall off if you pick at them?
It's a mistake to pick at your tonsils; it is more likely to increase your discomfort than relieve it. If you like, try saltwater gargles , which are proven to reduce the symptoms of tonsillitis. See your health care provider for advice specific to your situation.
Where did tonsillitis originate?
Tonsillitis is caused by bacteria that infect the tonsils. Since there are so many different types of bacteria that can cause tonsillitis, there is no way to know how it originated.
What s Irwin Moore classification f tonsillitis?
there is an irwin moore sign/squeeze test for chronic tonsillitis (one of the criterias to confirm chronic tonsillitis)
How do you spell tonsillitis?
The correct spelling is "tonsils" (lymphoid tissue in the throat).
