Are swollen tonsils contagious?
Tonsillitis can be transmitted via droplet infection and is contagious. This means that by shaking hands, sneezing, coughing and speaking, the inflammation can be passed on. The risk of infection is particularly high in the first few days.
There is also a risk of infection in the first 2-3 days if an antibiotic is taken. A special tonsillitis, the so-called Plaut-Vincent-Angina is usually not contagious. Of course, swollen tonsils caused by allergies are also not contagious.
Swollen tonsils – a sign of HIV?
Initially, HIV infection can be a long time without any symptoms or unspecific complaints. Since the immune system is affected, swollen, painful tonsils can also occur. In addition, fatigue, fever over several days, headache, joint and muscle pain, sore spots in the mouth and skin rashes on the back, chest or abdomen can occur.
In addition, those affected often notice a massive night sweat. Since these complaints are relatively unspecific, an HIV infection often remains undetected for a long time. If the above-mentioned symptoms occur and there is a suspicion, it should be clarified by a doctor.
Swollen tonsils during pregnancy
During pregnancy, an altered, endogenous defence system can be responsible for the fact that swollen tonsils and tonsillitis can occur frequently. However, these are often harmless and heal by themselves without medication. If the tonsillitis is more persistent, a drug treatment may be necessary. Since not all medications may be taken during pregnancy in order not to harm the mother and the unborn child, it is essential to discuss the use of medication with the doctor.
Swollen tonsils after wisdom tooth surgery
After a wisdom tooth operation, swollen tonsils and sore throat can occur. Since not everyone goes to the doctor afterwards, it is difficult to estimate how often these occur after wisdom tooth surgery. It is estimated that about 2 out of 10 people who have wisdom tooth surgery experience pain in the throat and neck.
The reason for this is believed to be a possible disturbance of the natural environment in the mouth, which is caused by an injury to the mucous membrane during the surgical procedure. The mucous membrane consists of so-called lipids, immunoglobulins and proteins, which all contribute to the defence against pathogens. If the mucous membrane of the mouth is injured, the susceptibility to infection may be higher. In addition, inflammatory processes of the teeth can occur, which can spread to the tonsils. The tonsils usually swell on one side.
