Tonsilitis is inflammation of the tonsils, two oval-shaped pads of tissue at the back of the throat. It is an infection caused by common viruses and sometimes by bacteria, and usually affects children between their preschool age and midteen. Having comprehensive health insurance can help cover medical consultations and treatments for such conditions. Let’s have a look at the symptoms of tonsillitis, though most are commonly known. Generally, the symptoms include swollen tonsils, sore throat, and difficulty swallowing.
Symptoms of Tonsillitis
The following comprise the tonsillitis signs and symptoms:
The tonsils appear red, enlarged, and may get a white or yellow coating or patches.
The throat starts paining and may feel scratchy or irritated.
Swallowing becomes challenging and may cause discomfort or pain.
Lymph nodes in the neck swell up and feel tender to the touch.
Besides these primary symptoms, other tonsil infection symptoms can include:
Many individuals experience a rise in body temperature to 38°C (100.4°F) and above.
A persistent cough can develop to further irritate the already inflamed throat.
The infection can trigger headaches.
Some individuals may experience ear pain with the onset of tonsillitis.
Feelings of tiredness, weakness, or low energy levels can become prominent.
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Loss of voice or change in voice:
The voice may become hoarse, scratchy, or muffled.
Lymph nodes in the neck may become enlarged, painful, or tender.
Tonsilitis can also cause bad breath.
The neck area starts paining and becomes stiff.
Some individuals may also experience a dull ache in the stomach area.
Many young children may not be able to properly describe how they are feeling when they have tonsillitis. In such cases, we can look out for the following symptoms:
Youngsters start to drool as they experience pain or have difficulty even swallowing their saliva.
Young infected children may stop eating as they become apprehensive of pain.
Some children become unusually fussy and get irritated over minor incidents.
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