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Prevention Tips
A wide variety of viruses and bacteria can cause tonsillitis, so the best prevention is to follow basic health and hygiene precautions.- Avoid close contact with others who are sick. If possible, keep your child away from children who are known to have tonsillitis or sore throat.
- Wash and disinfect surfaces and toys.
- Teach children to cover their mouths when coughing or sneezing, preferably using a tissue so that germs do not get on their hands. Also show them how to use tissues to wipe their noses.
- Carry disposable wipes and a hand sanitizer to clean hands and to wipe off shopping carts or other shared items in public places.
- Do not smoke
- Avoid cold drinks and ice creams
- Wash hands properly to prevent the spread of the infection
Watch Out
- White patches on tonsils
- Difficult to swallow
When to See Doctor
- Abdominal pain and headache
- Ear pain
- Severe sore throat that it is difficult to swallow
- Fever of 101°F (38.3°C) or higher
- Swollen and tender tonsils
- Abdominal (belly) pain and headache
- Pain on only one side of the throat