Clostridium tetani is a rod-shaped, anaerobic species of pathogenic bacteria, of the genus Clostridium. Like other Clostridium genus species, it is Gram-positive, and its appearance on a gram stain resembles tennis rackets or drumsticks.[1] C. tetani is found as spores in soil or in the gastrointestinal tract of animals.
Tonsillitis is usually caused by a virus and does not require prescription medicine. For information on over-the-counter pain medicine and other self-care options, see Home Treatment.An antibiotic, usually amoxicillin or penicillin, is used to treat tonsillitis caused by strep bacteria.Although tonsillitis caused by strep bacteria usually will go away on its own, antibiotics are used to prevent the complications, such as rheumatic fever, that can result from untreated strep throat.onsillitis is usually caused by a virus and does not require prescription medicine. For information on over-the-counter pain medicine and other self-care options, see Home Treatment.
Save. Tonsillitis is another name for a tonsil infection. Tonsils are the fleshy, glandular areas on either side of the throat, according to the Mayo Clinic. Tonsillitis causes swelling and pain in the back of the throat, and may result from infection with a virus or bacteria.argle with warm salt water every hour until your tonsillitis clears up. You can make salt water at home by mixing one-half teaspoon salt in eight ounces of warm water. Increase your intake of warm liquids to prevent dehydration, speed healing and reduce throat discomfort.