Tonsillopharyngitis is the inflammation of the tonsils, pharynx or both. Tonsillopharyngitis is often due to bacterial, viral or fungal infections and may be caused by mechanical, chemical or thermal irritation.
Red tonsils
or Light spots on tonsils
common
Fever
Greater than or equal to 38°C (100.4°F), Less than 38°C (100. 4°F)
common
Swollen/enlarged tonsils
common
Cough with mucus or without mucus
Dry, Dry at first then production of clear/white mucus
An irritating cough that doesn't go away
Lasting 3 weeks or less
common
Enlarged or swollen lymph nodes
Beneath jaw or at neck, Behind the ears, In front of the ears
common
Pain, scratchiness or irritation of the throat
common
Fatigue
common
Swallowing difficulties
If you have Tonsillopharyngitis, then a visit to a family medicine specialist is highly recommended.
Contact a
Family medicine specialist