Tonsillitis Specialists in Tiruvottiyur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Tonsillitis is inflammation of the tonsils, the two oval-shaped pads of tissue at the back of the throat that form part of the immune system's first line of def…
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Causes of Tonsillitis
Most cases of tonsillitis are caused by common respiratory viruses such as rhinovirus, adenovirus, or influenza, which spread easily through respiratory droplets and close contact. A significant minority of cases, particularly in school-aged children, are caused by group A Streptococcus bacteria, which require antibiotic treatment to prevent complications. Close contact settings such as schools and households facilitate rapid spread among individuals.