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Tonsilitis
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tonsillitis
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Tonsilitis
EPIDEMIOLOGY
viral
bacterial- Streptoccocus pyogenes (most common)
PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
bacteria/virus
access the body through the mouth/nose
infiltrate the tonsils ( first line of defense against infection)
production of WBC to fight infection (act as scavenger)
inflammatory cytokines (phospholipase A2)
TREATMENT
severe cases - antibiotics /tonsillectomy
conservative management (mild cases ) - increase water intake, increase rest,
gargle with warm water/salt
humidifier to moisten the air
pain medication - acetaminophen/ibuprofen
RISK FACTORS
poor environment
age-common in children
low socioeconomic factor
overcrowding
DIAGNOSIS
throat culture
physical examination
CLINICAL PRESENTATION
sore throat
chills
difficulty swallowing
fever
earaches
headaches
jaw/neck tenderness
tonsils appear red/swollen
enlarged tonsils
tonsils have white or yellow spots
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