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Body systems affected would include the immune system, the lymphatic system (of which tonsils are a part) and could also affect metabolism and regulatory functions. Because the tonsils act like a filter for virus and bacteria the overall health of the individual could come into question.
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How do tonsillitis affect the singing voice?
It makes your voice slip and crack. I know from past experience.
Will you have have to have surgery if you have tonsillitis?
Tonsillitis is an inflammation and infection of the tonsils. The tonsils become inflamed and swollen. They can begin to affect swallowing if they become very swollen. Plus, children often experience pain. However, Tonsillitis does NOT automatically mean surgery. It depends. Surgery is usually done if antibiotics don't help, if the child gets repeated Tonsillitis, or the tonsils remain chronically swollen. The surgery is fairly quick with very few complications.
How do you use tonsillitis in a sentence?
Example sentence - I was sick with tonsillitis three times last winter.
Can humans pass tonsillitis on horses which then to them is strangles?
No, strangle and tonsillitis are not the same thing.
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)
What is the diagnosis code for chronic tonsillitis?
the icd-9 code for chronic tonsillitis is 474.00
How do you spell tonsillitis?
The correct spelling is "tonsils" (lymphoid tissue in the throat).
Can you catch tonsillitis?
No, you can not give tonsillitis to another individual, especially, if you do not have tonsillitis. This is an inflammatory infection within a person's body. This is not a contagious infection.
What are some social and environmental factors that affect tonsillitis?
Social factors affecting tonsillitis include crowded living conditions, which can facilitate the spread of infections, and access to healthcare, impacting timely treatment. Environmental factors include exposure to pollutants and allergens that can irritate the throat, as well as seasonal variations that influence the prevalence of viral and bacterial infections. Additionally, smoking and secondhand smoke exposure can increase the risk of throat infections, including tonsillitis. Overall, these factors contribute to the incidence and severity of tonsillitis in different populations.
What year was tonsillitis discovered?
The concept of tonsillitis dates back to ancient times, but it was formally recognized as a medical condition in the early 19th century. The term "tonsillitis" itself was first used in medical literature in the early 20th century.
Can you get tonsillitis from a woman not cleaning well after her cycle?
Are you referring to oral sex? You can contract tonsillitis only from someone who has tonsillitis or is carrying a virus or bacteria that causes tonsillitis. These are spread through breathing, coughing, sneezing, kissing... you get the idea. But you can't get it from her vagina and it certainly doesn't have anything to do with her cycle.
