Tonsillitis is inflammation of the tonsils caused by viruses or bacteria such as strep. Urgentology Care in Arlington and Colleyville can test for strep and mono and help determine the right treatment.
Our providers can review your symptoms, evaluate your condition, and discuss appropriate care options based on your individual needs.
Get checked today to identify the cause and find the right treatment.
Frequent infections? We can help with treatment and an ENT referral.
A muffled voice, drooling, or difficulty opening your mouth may signal a serious infection. Seek emergency care immediately.
Repeated tonsil infections may warrant an evaluation by an ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialist. Track how often infections occur, along with fever, test results, missed school or work, and treatments. An ENT can use this history to help decide whether tonsil removal may be appropriate.
● Throat Exam: Check your tonsils and throat for signs of infection.
● Strep and Mono Testing: Test when symptoms suggest these infections.
● Treatment: Use antibiotics for confirmed or suspected bacterial infections when appropriate, along with pain and fever relief.
● ENT Referral: Discuss a specialist referral if infections keep returning.
● Strep test ● Mono test
Not always. Strep is one cause of tonsillitis, but viruses can cause it too. Urgentology Care in Arlington and Colleyville can test for strep and help determine the right treatment.
Yes. The viruses and bacteria that cause tonsillitis can spread through respiratory droplets and shared drinks. Avoid sharing utensils and follow medical advice about returning to school or work.
Not necessarily. An ENT specialist may discuss removal if infections happen frequently or cause significant problems. Urgentology Care can treat your current infection and refer you to an ENT when appropriate.
Yes. Although tonsillitis is more common in children, adults can get it too. Urgentology Care treats adults and children 12 months and older at our Arlington and Colleyville clinics.
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