What is the cause of swollen tonsils?

The swollen tonsils are usually caused by diseases such as tonsillitis, pharyngitis, sinusitis, otitis media, etc. Infections, decreased resistance, and chronic smoking and alcohol abuse can increase the likelihood of the disease. A detailed examination can be carried out to identify the cause of the disease, and then conservative treatment can be given to the primary cause with medication and observation of the effects of treatment.