A five-year-old girl died at home in her sleep from meningitis just hours after being sent home from hospital with suspected ...

I have been told that I have tonsil stones. What are they, and how do you get them? Do you know if this is a common condition ...

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has alerted the public to a 'highly contagious' health issue that could develop into a ...

The UKHSA warns that the infection is usually a "mild" illness, but it can become "serious" if left untreated. In an urgent ...

She was not involved in Golden’s case. Tonsil removal can help with breathing-related sleep disorders and recurring infections. Tonsillectomies have become less common over time, but surgeons in ...

Tonsil regrowth is estimated to occur up to 6% of the time following a partial tonsillectomy. Some research has suggested that having a high number of respiratory infections, eating lots of sugary ...

A new study reveals a surprising link between tonsillectomies and a heightened risk of anxiety-related disorders later in life. Researchers analyzing Swedish health data found a 43% increased risk ...

Tonsillitis occurs when the tonsils, the large, fleshy glands located at the back of your throat, become inflamed due to infection. These glands play a key role in your immune system, producing ...

The tonsils contain a plethora of white blood cells that help your body fight off infection and disease, according to Cleveland Clinic. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.

Often, tonsillitis will go away by itself, but depending on the type of infection, you may need to take a course of prescription antibiotics. In conversation with USA TODAY, an expert breaks down ...

particularly in younger individuals or those with a history of tonsil infections. Tonsil Cancer: Less common but more serious, typically affecting older adults with a history of smoking ...