The tonsils are an integral part of the body’s immune function. They are the body’s first defense mechanism against germs and viruses that enter the body through your mouth, per Mayo Clinic.

With winter upon us and cold and flu season in full swing, tonsillitis is likely to follow. If you or someone you know has recently battled a sore throat, it’s likely been caused by this common ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My 4-year-old son has had many episodes of painful sore throats, and his doctor recommended that his tonsils be removed. Why do kids have more trouble with their tonsils? Is there a ...

AFFECTED AND THEY WERE HOSPITALIZED. REMOVING WE’RE TALKING TONSILS TONIGHT, REMOVING TONSILS TO TREAT INFECTIONS. EXPERTS SAY THAT THE PROCEDURE CAN HELP SOME KIDS, BUT THERE ARE SOME RISKS. SO ...

Understanding Tonsillitis Tonsils are the fleshy lumps located on either side of the throat. When these become inflamed, the ...

Recurrent tonsillitis is a tonsil infection that returns frequently, even with treatment. There may be a genetic component to why some people experience recurrent or chronic infections. Tonsillitis ...