Tonsillitis is inflammation of the tonsils secondary to the viral or bacterial agent. Can either be acute or chronic. 

What is the Pathology of Tonsillitis?

The pathology of tonsillitis is:

-Etiology: The cause of tonsillitis is Viral and/or bacterial contagions and immunologic aspects.

-Genes involved: None.

-Pathogenesis: The sequence of events that lead to tonsillitis include: Viral and or bacterial infections and immunologic aspects that contribute to tonsillitis and its problems. malnourishment and congested conditions do encourage tonsillitis.

-Histology: The histology associated with tonsillitis shows inflammations of the tonsils which are frequent co-occurrences to common viral or bacterial upper respiratory infections.

How does Tonsillitis Present? 

Patients with tonsillitis typically more common in males than females present at age range of 5-15 years. The symptoms, features, and clinical findings associated with tonsillitis include: Sore throat, tender cervical lymph nodes, fever, dysphagia, foul breath, mouth breathing, and odynophagia. 

How is Tonsillitis Diagnosed? 

Tonsillitis is diagnosed through Medical history and physical examination. Laboratory studies: Throat culture, rapid antigen detection test. Imaging studies, lateral neck or CT scans, and ultrasonography.  

How is Tonsillitis Treated? 

Tonsillitis is treated through medical care largely supportive and suitable hydration, analgesic, antibiotic iv corticosteroid to control pharyngeal edema. Surgical intervention tonsillectomy.

What is the Prognosis of Tonsillitis?

The prognosis of tonsillitis is good mortality related to tonsilitis is rare due to advancement of care.