HEALTH COMMUNICATION LEAFLET

✅ WHAT IS ACUTE TONSILLITIS?

Acute tonsillitis is the condition that happens when your tonsils get infected by viruses or bacteria. This disease is a common in children aged 3–15 years.

⚠️ CAUSES AND FACTORS

  • Cold weather
  • Weak immune system
  • Contact with sick people

🚨 SYMPTOMS

  • Fever
  • Sore throat, pain swallowing
  • Swollen tonsils with pus
  • Be tired and refuse to eat.

👉 VISIT A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

if you have a high fever (>39°C), difficulty swallowing, or difficulty breathing.

🏠 REMEDIES

  • Take rest, stay warm
  • Consume soft foods and drink plenty of fluids.
  • Gargle your mouth with salt water.
  • Reduce fever as directed.

🛡️ PREVENTION

  • Stay warm
  • Consume a nutritious diet
  • Maintain nasal and throat hygiene

📢 MESSAGE

“Sore throat – high fever – difficulty swallowing: Take your child to the doctor early.”