Causes of Swollen Tonsils
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
9. Rubeola
Rubeola, which is more commonly known as measles, is another fairly common virus. It is very contagious and it is an airborne transmitted disease, meaning it is mostly spread by infected people when they cough and/or sneeze.
It affects the respiratory system and the key symptoms are a rash, fever, Kopliks spots, lung infection, encephalitis, tonsillitis, and blindness. Measles is usually treatable and most people survive with no lasting damage done, but it can be fatal so it should be taken very seriously. Instances of measles have been increasing in recent years due to a trend toward children not being vaccinated.
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