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Can swollen tonsils cause you to have fever?
Yes, swollen tonsils can be a sign of an infection, such as tonsillitis, which can lead to fever. The body's immune response to the infection can cause a rise in body temperature, resulting in a fever.
Do your tonsils make you sick?
No everybody has tonsils. But if they get infected then you're sick. I had my tonsils taken out because they were infected not everyone gets infected tonsils but its better if you get tonsilitus (infected tonsils) when you're a kid because its more dangerous to get then surgically removed when you're older.
Why do you keep getting tonsillitis?
Tonsillitis is often caused by a viral or bacterial infection. Factors that can increase the risk of getting tonsillitis include being in close contact with someone who has the infection, having a weakened immune system, and frequent exposure to germs in environments such as schools or daycare centers. Practicing good hygiene, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and avoiding close contact with individuals who are sick can help reduce the risk of getting tonsillitis.
What causes inflamed tonsils aside from tonsillitis?
Inflamed tonsils can also be caused by viral infections like mononucleosis, bacterial infections like strep throat, or allergic reactions. Other less common causes can include smoking, environmental irritants, or reflux of stomach acid irritating the throat.
What do you have when your tonsils are swollen white and puffy?
Swollen, white, and puffy tonsils can be a sign of inflammation and infection, such as strep throat or tonsillitis. It is essential to see a healthcare provider for a proper diagnosis and treatment, which may include antibiotics or other medications to help reduce the swelling and infection.
What is inflammation of the tonsils called?
Inflammation of the the tonsils is called tonsillitis.
Inflammation of the tonsils is known as?
Tonsillitis
What causes the tonsils to swell and get hard?
Tonsillitis
How do you spell tonsillitis?
The correct spelling is "tonsils" (lymphoid tissue in the throat).
What do your tonsles do?
Your tonsils used to help digest food that cave men ate but we still have them now. Our tonsils can now keep dust out of our bodies but if your suffering from tonsillitis ill agree tonsils can be a pain.
What does the word tonsillitis mean?
Tonsillitis is an inflammation of the tonsils most commonly caused by viral or bacterial infection.
Had tonsils removed 18 months ago so how come you now have tonsillitis?
You can't have tonsillitis if you have no tonsils. Contact your health care provider to clarify your recommended diagnosis and treatment.
Is tonsillitis a bacteria or virus?
Tonsillitis is simply an inflammation of the tonsils. Tonsillitis can be caused by either bacteria or viruses. The tonsils are part of the immune system and pathogens (disease causing organisms) are usually encounter these tissues first. Your body then mounts an immune response that results in inflammation of the tonsils. Inflammation is characterized by pain, swelling, redness, and heat. When in your tonsils, that means a sore throat.
Is it benefitial to keep your toncils?
whether you keep you're tonsils or not is entirely up to you. i still have my tonsils, and it's been three years since I've been sick and never had tonsillitis :)
Is bananas bad for tonsils?
Banana hurt my throat when I had tonsillitis.
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.
Which part of human body is affected by tonsillitis?
Glands at the back of the throat, the tonsils.
