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Acute tonsillitis is a disease caused by bacteria or viruses that infect the tonsils.

[Main symptoms]

·sore throat

・Fever

・Ear pain

・Neck lymph swelling

・Arthralgia In some cases, the inflammation and pain can make it difficult to eat.

Take oral rehydration solution little by little to prevent dehydration due to difficulty in taking in food and fluids.

(bacterial) Streptococcus, pneumococcus

(viral) Adenovirus, influenza virus, respiratory syncytial virus, EB virus etc. is said to be the cause.

It is said that in a healthy state, the immune system of the tonsils is strong, so even if these bacteria are present, there is almost no chance of infection, but if the body's resistance is lowered due to stress or overwork, the body becomes more susceptible to infection. This can lead to inflammation and inflammation.

If you experience even the slightest symptoms, please consult a medical institution or your family doctor.