Tonsillitis Guide: Chronic Symptoms & Surgery Removal

Symptoms, treatment options, and risk factors associated with chronic tonsillitis and tonsil stones, including the necessity and side effects of surgical removal.

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Side Effects of Tonsillitis

The tonsils are two small pieces of tissue located on either side of the back of the mouth. They are part of the body’s immune system and help defend the body against infection—especially germs in the air or food. Tonsillitis is a medical condition in which the tonsils become infected due to a virus or bacterium.

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