Which microorganism is the most common cause of tonsillitis in ...

[shenderson6]

Which microorganism is the most common cause of tonsillitis in adolescents?
 
  A. Epstein-Barr virus
  B. Streptococcus pneumoniae
  C. Mycoplasma
  D. Grp A beta hemolytic streptococcus

Question 2

Which microorganism is the most common cause of peritonsillar abscess?
 
  A. Epstein-Barr virus
  B. Streptococcus pneumoniae
  C. Mycoplasma
  D. Grp A beta hemolytic streptococcus

[whitcassie]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Most cases of tonsillitis are diagnosed in school-aged children and adolescents. Tonsillitis involves infection of the tonsils, usually by GABHS, in very young children. However, viral tonsillitis (often associated with EBV) is more common in adolescents. Patients can develop chronic tonsillitis and/or have frequent recurrences of the condition.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Peritonsillar abscesses may occur at any age, although most cases involve adults. Many cases evolve as a complication of tonsillitis, but others develop as peritonsillar abscess without a history of tonsillitis. The condition involves infection of the peritonsillar space. A number of pathogens cause peritonsillar abscesses, although the most common cause is GABHS.

[shenderson6]

Great answer, keep it coming

[sultansheikh]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it