Tonsillitis
noun
Tonsillitis is an inflammation of the tonsils, commonly due to infection, leading to symptoms like sore throat and fever.
The doctor diagnosed her with tonsillitis after she complained of a sore throat.
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throat infection, acute tonsillitis, chronic tonsillitis
noun
Tonsillitis can also refer to the chronic inflammation of the tonsils, which could necessitate surgical intervention if it's recurrent.
Recurrent tonsillitis made her a candidate for tonsillectomy.
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surgical intervention, chronic inflammation, recurrent infections
noun
Tonsillitis is an inflammation of the tonsils, commonly due to infection, leading to symptoms like sore throat and fever.
The doctor diagnosed her with tonsillitis after she complained of a sore throat.
Usage tips
Neutral
throat infection, acute tonsillitis, chronic tonsillitis
noun
Tonsillitis can also refer to the chronic inflammation of the tonsils, which could necessitate surgical intervention if it's recurrent.
Recurrent tonsillitis made her a candidate for tonsillectomy.
Usage tips
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surgical intervention, chronic inflammation, recurrent infections
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Symptoms Awareness
Understanding the signs of tonsillitis can help in early treatment.
Noticing a severe sore throat early on can be critical.
Pro Tip 2/3Medical Importance
Knowing the medical implications can aid in proper treatment.
Consulting a physician for any sore throat lasting beyond a few days.
Pro Tip 3/3Preventive Care
Maintaining general hygiene can help prevent infections like tonsillitis.
Regular hand washing and avoiding close contact with infected individuals.
Pro Tip 1/3Symptoms Awareness
Understanding the signs of tonsillitis can help in early treatment.
Noticing a severe sore throat early on can be critical.
Pro Tip 2/3Medical Importance
Knowing the medical implications can aid in proper treatment.
Consulting a physician for any sore throat lasting beyond a few days.
Pro Tip 3/3Preventive Care
Maintaining general hygiene can help prevent infections like tonsillitis.
Regular hand washing and avoiding close contact with infected individuals.
Pro Tip 1/3Symptoms Awareness
Understanding the signs of tonsillitis can help in early treatment.
Noticing a severe sore throat early on can be critical.
Pro Tip 2/3Medical Importance
Knowing the medical implications can aid in proper treatment.
Consulting a physician for any sore throat lasting beyond a few days.
Pro Tip 3/3Preventive Care
Maintaining general hygiene can help prevent infections like tonsillitis.
Regular hand washing and avoiding close contact with infected individuals.
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