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Tonsillitis Definition
Common names:
  • Infected Tonsils
  • Inflamed Tonsils
  • Swollen Tonsils
  • Tonsil Infection
  • Tonsillitis
  • White Spots on Tonsils
A person with tonsillitis has inflammation of the tonsils, caused by an infection. The tonsils become swollen and red in response to infection by bacteria or viruses. Collections of white pus on the tonsils is a common finding in those who have tonsillitis that is caused by a streptococcal infection. Images

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Last Updated: Sep 8, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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