What Is Tonsilitis?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
6. Stiff Neck
The pathogens responsible for tonsillitis can also sometimes infect other parts of the body, and it’s those close by that are affected first. This means that the protective barrier lining the central nervous system can also become infected. This barrier is known as the meninges, and inflammation of this tissue is known as meningitis.
This will usually result in a stiff neck and is a sign that the tonsillitis is progressing. If the patient has not received medical attention by this stage then they should do as soon as possible. Other symptoms that can be caused by tonsillitis include a headache and a stomach ache. The latter usually occurs only in young children.
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