Acute tonsillitis is an infection of the palatine tonsils, usually caused by viruses or bacteria such as Streptococcus. Symptoms include throat pain, fever, difficulty swallowing, and swollen tonsils that may be covered in pus. Treatment involves antibiotics if the cause is bacterial, and supportive care with rest, hydration, and pain relievers for viral cases. Explore this condition with our 3D model of Acute Tonsillitis.
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