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Tonsil stones
Is tonsillitis contagious
Does it spread by kissing
Does it have any medication or the operation is the only choice
If operation is the only one can I know what is the advanced technology which has most efficiency
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Yes may be spread by kissing
First control infection then proceed further
Next Steps
consult online with detailed history for proper evaluation and management
Health Tips
warm saline gargle
avoid cold items
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Dr. Varalakshmi Govindappa
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
Tonsillitis is nothing but inflammation of the tonsils, which are lymph nodes in oral cavity.
Whenever there's infection, the lymph nodes enlarge to produce lymphocytes which fight Infection. Acute tonsillitis is very painful because of swollen, inflamed and congested tonsils.
Treatment is usually conservative with proper medication.
Only recurring tonsillitis and other such indication may require Tonsillectomy
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