The tonsils are an integral part of the body’s immune function. They are the body’s first defense mechanism against germs and viruses that enter the body through your mouth, per Mayo Clinic.

There are many causes of sore throat, with the viruses behind the common cold and flu being prime suspects. While a scratchy throat can be a minor nuisance, it may be a sign of something more serious, ...

With winter upon us and cold and flu season in full swing, tonsillitis is likely to follow. If you or someone you know has recently battled a sore throat, it’s likely been caused by this common ...

Question: I’m in my 20s and keep getting recurrent tonsillitis, sometimes needing antibiotics. At what point should I consider having them removed? I am getting sick of it and feel like it is a ...

Ashley Park, one of the stars of Netflix’s “Emily in Paris” and “Beef,” revealed last week that she was recuperating from “critical septic shock,” after a bout of tonsillitis during a New Year ...