2. WWW.CHILDRENENT.SG
Tonsillitis is the infection of
the tonsils. This is especially
common in children. Tonsillitis
typically starts off as a viral
infection before secondary
bacterial infection sets in.
6. WWW.CHILDRENENT.SG
When infection is severe, it may
spread from the tonsils to the
ear and throat. This will
present as ear pain and
hoarseness. Abscess may also
form behind the tonsils or in
the neck.