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Is it okay that i take antibiotics for my tonsillitis or not?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Not unless directed: By a medical provider. Many cases of tonsillitis are caused by viruses and do not require antibiotics for treatment.

Dr Pappas agreed

Answered 12/14/2013

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