Tonsillitis Sentence Examples

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  • The glycerin is used in tonsillitis and the lozenges in pharyngitis.

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  • If the child is displaying the symptoms of tonsillitis and has had a sore throat for more than 48 hours, especially when accompanied by a fever, a doctor should be called.

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  • Tonsillitis is transmitted from one person to another in the same way that many common diseases are, such as by coughing and sneezing.

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  • People who are caring for someone with tonsillitis should wash their hands frequently to prevent spreading the infection to others.

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  • Tonsillitis is very common among children.

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  • Streptococcus pyogenes, the bacterium that causes "strep" throat, is the most common bacterial agent responsible for tonsillitis.

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  • If the child has several episodes of severe tonsillitis, the doctor may recommend a tonsillectomy, which is the surgical removal of the tonsils.

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  • Internally lead has an astringent action on the mucous membranes, causing a sensation of dryness; the dilute solution of the subacetate forms an effective gargle in tonsillitis.

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  • Tonsillitis is an infection and swelling of the tonsils, which are oval-shaped masses of lymph gland tissue located on both sides of the back of the throat.

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  • A mild or severe sore throat is one of the first symptoms of tonsillitis.

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  • Its special uses are in ulceration of the mouth or tongue (ulcerative stomatitis), tonsillitis and pharyngitis.

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  • Swollen adenoids are often associated with tonsillitis (infected tonsils) and are usually removed as part of an operation to remove the tonsils.

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  • The majority of people who get tonsillitis do not need an operation.

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  • If a person suffers with psoriasis then having tonsillitis or a throat infection can make the psoriasis flare up.

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  • Oral sex can spread genital herpes to the mouth and throat and cause very painful tonsillitis.

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  • The sorts of patients I see are, for example, children with ear pains, or young people with acute tonsillitis " .

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  • The sorts of patients I see are, for example, children with ear pains, or young people with acute tonsillitis .

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  • These viruses cause an inflammation in the throat and occasionally the tonsils (tonsillitis).

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  • They cause a wide variety of infections including scarlet fever, tonsillitis, and pneumonia.

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  • In children, tonsillitis or bacterial sore throats are the most common causes of lymphadenitis in the neck area.

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  • Anyone of any age can have tonsillitis; however, it is most common in children between the ages of five and 15 years.

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  • Nearly all children will have some form of tonsillitis at least once.

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  • Tonsillitis is caused by viruses or bacteria that make the tonsils swell and become inflamed.

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  • The doctor can determine if the child has tonsillitis, if it is bacterial or viral, and treat the problem accordingly.

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  • The diagnosis of tonsillitis is made from the visible symptoms and a physical examination of the patient.

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  • Treatment of tonsillitis usually involves keeping the patient comfortable while the illness runs its course.

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  • Strengthening the immune system is important whether tonsillitis is caused by bacteria or viruses.

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  • A variety of herbal remedies also may be helpful in treating tonsillitis.

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  • Tonsillitis usually resolves within a few days with rest and supportive care.

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  • The bacteria and viruses that cause tonsillitis are easily spread from person to person.

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  • The risk of transmission can be lowered by avoiding exposure to anyone who already has tonsillitis or a sore throat.

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  • Tonsillitis usually has no long term effects if it is detected and treated promptly.

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  • Streptococcus pyogenes-A common bacterium that causes strep throat and can also cause tonsillitis.

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  • The tonsils may also become infected (tonsillitis).

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  • The acute infections are usually referred to as tonsillitis, the adenoids getting little recognition because they cannot be seen without special instruments.

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  • Food allergies are often the culprits for recurring ear infections, as well as tonsillitis and adenoiditis.

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  • Oxygen may be applied locally as a disinfectant to foul and diseased surfaces by the use of the peroxide of hydrogen, which readily parts with its oxygen; a solution of hydrogen peroxide therefore forms a valuable spray in diphtheria, tonsillitis, laryngeal tuberculosis and ozaena.

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