Tonsillitis or pharyngitis
Moderateहिंदी: गले का स्ट्रेप्टोकोकल संक्रमण · தமிழ்: ஸ்ட்ரெப் தொண்டை நோய் · ಕನ್ನಡ: ಸ್ಟ್ರೆಪ್ ಗಂಟಲು · తెలుగు: స్ట్రెప్ గొంతు · বাংলা: স্ট্রেপ গলা · मराठी: स्ट्रेप घसा · ગુજરાતી: સ્ટ્રેપ ગળું
About this condition
Throat infections causing tonsillitis are very common in India, especially in children and young adults. They cause swollen lymph nodes in the neck along with severe throat pain and fever. Bacterial cases need antibiotics while viral cases resolve on their own.
Common symptoms
swollen lymph nodessevere sore throatdifficulty swallowingfeverswollen tonsilswhite patches on throat
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When to see a doctor: if persists beyond 3 days
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Tonsillitis or pharyngitis?
swollen lymph nodes, severe sore throat, difficulty swallowing, fever, swollen tonsils, white patches on throat.
When should I see a doctor?
if persists beyond 3 days
Is Tonsillitis or pharyngitis common in India?
Tonsillitis or pharyngitis is commonly seen across India.
Important: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor. In an emergency, call 112.
Data sourced from NIH NLM and MOHFW India.
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