Does Bacterial Tonsillitis Go Away by Itself?
Most of the Time Tonsillitis Caused by Either Viral or Bacterial Infections Will Eventually Resolve on Its Own, but If a Bacterial Infection Is to Blame...
Most of the time tonsillitis caused by either viral or bacterial infections will eventually resolve on its own, but if a bacterial infection is to blame, antibiotics help clear up symptoms faster and prevent complications, Rowan says.
How long does bacterial tonsillitis last?
Symptoms will usually go away after 3 to 4 days. Tonsillitis is not contagious, but most of the infections that cause it are, for example, colds and flu. To stop these infections spreading: stay off work or keep your child at home until you or your child feel better.
What happens if you leave bacterial tonsillitis untreated?
If tonsillitis is left untreated, a complication can develop called a peritonsillar abscess. This is an area around the tonsils that's filled with bacteria, and it can cause these symptoms: Severe throat pain.
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