MICROBIOLOGICAL PROFILE OF CHRONIC TONSILLITIS IN THE PEDIATRIC AGE GROUP

Abstract

Background: The paediatric age group is more prone to tonsillitis. The management of tonsillitis mainly based on understanding of microbiological and pathological features. This study aimed to discuss the microbiological profile of acute tonsillitis in children.

Methods: Children fewer than 18 years age group was included in this study and the children underwent tonsillectomy or in antibiotics for at least one month were excluded from study. The throat swabs were taken for microbiological diagnosis.

Results: The most common isolates were Streptococcus viridians group, Group A ?-hemolytic Streptococci. There were only 3 cases with polymicrobial growth

Conclusions: The understanding of microbiological profile could help in management of acute tonsillitis. The pathological profile can help us to identify the organisms which are difficult to culture.

Keywords: Acute tonsillitis, Bacteria, Profile