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What are the symptoms of chronic tonsillitis? difference between chronic and acute tonsillitis?
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Tonsillitis: Chronic vs. Recurrent. If the tonsillitis is recurring frequently, the tonsils may not be functioning effectively and require removal. Please go and see an ENT doctor and be evaluated.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Chronic tonsillitis.: Is caused by microabscesses in the tonsils that harbor bacteria even after treatment with antibiotics therefore they retain low grade symptoms and flare up periodically.
Answered 10/14/2013
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