tonsilitis in a sentence

Definition

Tonsillitis is the inflammation of the tonsils, typically resulting in sore throat and difficulty swallowing.

Tonsillitis often causes severe throat pain and difficulty swallowing.
Children are particularly susceptible to tonsillitis during the colder months.
The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat her bacterial tonsillitis.
Symptoms of tonsillitis may include fever, sore throat, and swollen glands.
In some cases, recurring tonsillitis may lead to the recommendation of a tonsillectomy.