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What's Tonsillitis? for Kids
Tonsillitis is an infection of the tonsils at the back of your throat.
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Tonsillitis for Kids
If your tonsils get infected, it can make your throat feel very sore. Find out more in this article for kids.
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Tonsillitis for Teens
You wake up and your throat is swollen and you have a fever. Could it be tonsillitis? Find out what tonsillitis is, how to treat it, and how to prevent it.
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Having Your Tonsils Taken Out for Kids
Sometimes tonsils need to be removed, but how is it done? Find out in this article for kids.
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Tonsillitis for Parents
Tonsillitis is an infection that makes tonsils swollen and red. It can cause a sore throat, fever, and trouble swallowing.
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A to Z: Tonsillitis for Parents
Tonsillitis is an inflammation of the tonsils, the fleshy clusters of tissue in the back of the throat.
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A to Z: Hypertrophy, Tonsillar (Enlarged Tonsils) for Parents
Tonsillar hypertrophy, or enlarged tonsils, can happen due to an ongoing (chronic) condition or a temporary effect of an infection.
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A to Z: Enlarged Tonsils for Parents
See: Hypertrophy, Tonsillar.
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Tonsillectomy for Teens
Everybody's heard of tonsils, but not everyone knows what tonsils do in the body or why they may need to be removed. Find out here.
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Tonsillectomy for Parents
A tonsillectomy is surgery to remove the tonsils. It's one of the most common surgeries kids and teens get. Find out more.
Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice,
diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.
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