The Signs Of Mononucleosis

Swollen Lymph Nodes And Tonsils

Tonsillitis occurs when the tonsils become inflamed either due to viral or bacterial infection, such as mononucleosis. Some of the more common symptoms include high temperature, difficulty swallowing, irritated throat, swollen neck glands, and swollen lymph nodes and tonsils. The treatment patients must undergo depends on whether the cause is viral or bacterial. In some cases, such as with severe mono, it is possible patients will need to undergo surgery to remove their tonsils, the two small balls of tissue located at the back of the throat. They're made of similar tissue as the lymph nodes and are believed to assist the body in fending off infection early on in life; removing them later in life does not seem to affect a patient's immunity. Strep throat is another possible cause for tonsillitis, like mono, and can cause rheumatic fever complications when left untreated, as well as kidney disease and heart damage. For this reason alone, it is always a good idea to speak with a doctor if you are experiencing tonsillitis and swollen lymph nodes.

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