Tonsillitis - using inflammatory relief for a better patient outcome

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Tonsillitis - using inflammatory relief for a better patient outcome

Published Apr 1, 2015 · Esther T. L. Lau

The Australian Pharmacist

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Abstract

Tonsillitis is inflammation of the tonsils, which causes swelling, oedema, redness, and pain.1 Clinically, the distinction between tonsillitis and pharyngitis (inflammation of the pharynx) is unclear, so it is often simply referred to as an 'acute sore throat'.

Study Snapshot

Inflammatory relief treatments for tonsillitis can lead to better patient outcomes by reducing swelling, redness, and pain.

PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)

Sample size24

MethodsObservational

OutcomesBody Mass Index projections

ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.

Tonsillitis - using inflammatory relief for a better patient outcome

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