Tonsillitis
Overview
You can treat tonsillitis with things like lozenges, throat sprays and painkillers. A GP may prescribe antibiotics if it's caused by bacteria.
You can treat tonsillitis with things like lozenges, throat sprays and painkillers. A GP may prescribe antibiotics if it's caused by bacteria.
Tonsillitis is when the tonsils at the back of your throat become swollen. It’s caused by an infection.
Page last reviewed: 10/02/2021
Next review due: 10/02/2024