Tonsillitis: What you need to know and how to find relief at home

Tonsillitis is an inflammation and infection of the tonsils, caused by viruses or bacteria, leading to symptoms like a sore throat, swollen tonsils, fever, difficulty swallowing, and swollen neck glands.

While viral infections usually clear on their own, bacterial infections, such as strep throat, may require antibiotics.

Treatment focuses on managing symptoms with rest, fluids, and pain relievers, and antibiotics are prescribed for bacterial cases.