INTRODUCTION
Tonsillitis aretwo oval-shaped pads of tissue at
the back of the throat, one tonsil on each side
that help to protect the body from infection.
Tonsillitis is infection & inflammation of the
tonsils.
Tonsillitis is a very common childhood illness
typically affecting school-aged children aged
four to sixteen.
DEFINITION
Inflammation of tonsilsdue to bacterial or viral
infection causing a sore throat, fever & difficulty in
swallowing is called tonsillitis.
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Tonsillitis is inflammation of the tonsils most
commonly caused by a viral or bacterial infection.
Symptoms may include sore throat and fever.
INCIDENCE
The incidence is highest in children age 5 to 9 years
old, and decreases with age.
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TYPES
• Acute Tonsillitis
•Chronic Tonsillitis
• Recurrent Tonsillitis
1. Acute Tonsillitis
Acute tonsillitis is characterized by the
sudden appearance of inflammation &
swelling in the tonsils. It is often caused by
a viral or bacterial infection like
Streptococcus infection.
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Subtype of AcuteTonsillitis
i) Acute Catarrhal Tonsillitis
Caused by virus. The symptom is light, inflammation
located on mucosa. It is least severe form and manifested
as redness & sore throat.
ii) Acute Follicular Tonsillitis
It is infection spread into the crypts & ear yellow patches.
iii) Acute Parenchymatous
There is congestion & swelling of the entire organ.
iv) Acute Purulent Tonsillitis
It is caused by bacteria. The symptoms are severe,
inflammation develops in deep layers, purulent discharge
from tonsil crypt.
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2. Chronic Tonsillitis
Chronictonsillitis symptoms continue longer than
acute tonsillitis. Chronic tonsillitis is often associated
with recurring infections or an improperly &
incompletely treated case of acute tonsillitis.
3. Recurrent Tonsillitis
Recurrent tonsillitis is a condition where a person has
multiple episodes of tonsillitis within a year. It is called
recurrent tonsillitis.
It is manifested by sore throat, fever & swallowing
difficulty.
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Other Causes
Viral infection– Adenoviruses, Measles virus
Bacterial infection – Streptococcus pyogenes, Streptococcus A
Fungal infection – Yeast infections
Allergies
Sinus infection – Can cause tonsillitis
Influenza virus
Risk Factor
Younger age
Frequent exposure to germs
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Pathophysiology
Due toetiological factors
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Bacterial Viral infection
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Inflammatory response will occur
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Tonsils red/swollen may develop pus
discharge
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Tonsillitis
DIAGNOSTIC EVALUATION
•Complaints &symptoms
•Examination of the throat
•Inflammatory parameters - leukocytosis, ESR
& CRP are elevated
•Bacteriological testing - Rarely taken
because it takes 2-3 days to obtain a definitive
result.
•Rapid immunoassay - Can identify the
causative organism as a group A streptococcus
in 10 minutes.
•Blood test
•Throat swab
•Monospot test
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MANAGEMENT
1. MedicalManagement
Antibiotics are used to treat acute tonsillitis.
Saline throat irrigation or gargles may relieve the
discomfort.
Antibiotics
Azithromycin - 12 mg/kg PO once daily for 5 days
Clarithromycin - 250 mg PO q12h for 10 days
Erythromycin succinate - 20 mg/kg PO
Clindamycin - 20 mg/kg/day PO in 3 divided doses
Penicillin V - 25-50 mg/kg/day divided every 6 hours
Benzathine
Amoxicillin - 50 mg/kg/day PO in 2 or 3 divided doses
for 10 days
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Analgesic
• Acetaminophen orIbuprofen
• Diclofenac
Antipyretic
• Paracetamol, Pacacef, Dolo
Home Remedies
✔ Rest & drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration.
Gargle with salt water.
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Drink warm liquids or eat ice pops.
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Use a cool-air humidifier.
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Eat smooth, cool foods like ice cream.
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2. Surgical Management
• Tonsillectomy - Removal of the tonsils.
• Adenoidectomy - Removal of adenoids.
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Nutritional Management
•Adequate hydration– Encourage
plenty of fluids such as water or
electrolyte-rich beverages like Pedialyte.
•Soft, easy-to-swallow foods – like
bananas & smoothies.
•Warm liquids – Provide warm liquids
like tea or broth to help soothe the throat.
•Avoid spicy or acidic foods.
•Vitamin C
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Nursing Management
Promotingairway clearance
Provide side-lying or prone position
Maintaining fluid volume
Relieving pain
Administer analgesic
Tepid sponging to reduce temperature
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PREVENTION
Eating abalanced diet
Getting enough sleep
Exercising regularly
Managing stress
Washing hands frequently
Avoiding people who are sick
HEALTH EDUCATION
•Educate thepatient about the disease and
provide an information leaflet to help manage
sore throat at home.
•Advise the patient to lead a healthy lifestyle.
•Promote immunization in children.
•Provide alternatives to antibiotic prescriptions.
•Educate on medication compliance & usage.
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Conclusion
Tonsillitis is simplythe inflammation of the
tonsils by bacteria or less often viral.
Overcrowding is one of the predisposing
factors of tonsillitis.
It is mainly caused by beta haemolytic
streptococcus.
Its management includes non-
pharmacological interventions such as:
Rest
Saline gargles
Taking lots of fluids, etc.