2007-03-22 22:31:08 · 5 answers · asked by jane w 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
Surgical removal of the tonsils is much less common today thanks to the present ability to rapidly and accurately diagnose strep infection, and thanks to the excellent antibiotics currently available. But occasionally, your doctor might suggest the possibility of the need for surgical removal of the tonsils (tonsillectomy) if you child:
is experiencing frequent episodes of tonsillitis (especially those caused by the strep bacteria),
has tonsils that are so large, even when your child is well, that they cause, not just “snoring” but significant obstruction or blockage of the airway during sleep (called “sleep apnea”), or
develops an uncommon but serious deep-seated infection within and surrounding one or both of the tonsils, called a “peritonsillar abscess”.
Strep Throat At A Glance
Most other throat infections are caused by viruses.
The symptoms of strep throat include fever, sore throat, and swollen lymph glands in the neck.
The diagnosis of strep throat is confirmed by a throat culture or rapid-strep tests.
Strep throat is best treated with antibiotics.
Tonsillitis is the inflammation and infection of the tonsils. It usually come about because of some infectionThe tonsils and the adenoids are mostly composed of lymphoid tissue, which is found thoughout the gastointestinal tract and on the base of the tongue. Lymphoid tissue is composed of lymphocytes...which are mostly involved in antibody production.
In conclusion, it's possible to have tonsillitis and a strep throat (sore throat).
2007-03-22 23:58:25 · answer #1 · answered by rosieC 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My daughter at the age of 12 is going through that right now
the strep test came out negative but the doctor said that there was a possiblity. But the nurse said tonsilitus. I am not sure if you are having fever with as well but hers is running up to 102 -103. I am treating her for her throat through over the counter plus the antibotic for strep.
2007-03-23 07:30:46 · answer #2 · answered by paintlove 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah! It (Tonsilitis) can get really severe. Consult an ENT specialist if ur having throat problems!
2007-03-23 05:34:58 · answer #3 · answered by Winnie 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I believe you should see a Dr. You could have streph throat !!! You would need antibiotics. GoodLuck!
2007-03-23 06:06:30 · answer #4 · answered by LadyNitecat 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yep its called infected tonsils go to the Dr
2007-03-23 05:44:36 · answer #5 · answered by deb m 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋