Tonsillitis is inflammation of the tonsils—lymph tissue at the back of the throat. It causes sore throat, pain on swallowing, fever, and sometimes ear pain. If episodes keep coming back, an ENT specialist can help. Shalaaki Eye and ENT Clinic in Bangalore provides thorough ENT assessment and a clear treatment plan for adults and families.

Symptoms of tonsillitis

  • Severe sore throat, worse when swallowing
  • Red, swollen tonsils; sometimes white patches or pus
  • Fever, headache, bad breath
  • Swollen glands in the neck
  • Voice changes or muffled “hot potato” voice in severe cases

Viral vs bacterial

Many cases are viral and improve with rest, fluids, and pain relief. Bacterial tonsillitis (e.g. strep) may need antibiotics—but only when clinically appropriate. An ENT or physician evaluation helps avoid unnecessary antibiotics and catches complications early.

Recurrent tonsillitis

If you have many episodes per year, large tonsils that block breathing or sleep, or persistent symptoms, you may need a longer-term plan. Options depend on age, severity, and examination—your ENT will discuss what fits your case.

How Shalaaki Eye and ENT Clinic can help

At Shalaaki Eye and ENT Clinic, Nagarbhavi:

  • Accurate assessment – We examine the throat, neck, and ears, and take a full history of episodes and sleep or breathing issues.
  • Treatment planning – Acute care advice, when to use medication, and follow-up for recurrent problems.
  • Coordination with overall health – Tonsil issues can link to snoring or ear infections; we look at the bigger picture.
  • Ayurvedic-informed care – Where appropriate, holistic lifestyle and wellness input from Dr. Shruthi LH complements standard ENT practice.
  • Clear communication – We explain when watchful waiting is safe and when to return urgently.

When to seek urgent care

Difficulty breathing, drooling, inability to swallow fluids, severe neck stiffness, or dehydration need prompt medical attention—sometimes emergency care.

For routine or recurrent tonsil problems, book with Shalaaki Eye and ENT Clinic. See also conditions we treat and our article on chronic sinusitis if you have overlapping nasal symptoms.