### Patient: Hey doc, I have a sore throat and my voice sounds really scratchy. I also have some nasal congestion and I feel like there is a lot of drainage in my throat. And sometimes, it feels like my hearing is diminished. What could be the problem? 
### Doctor: It sounds like you may have tonsillitis. Tonsillitis is an inflammation of the tonsils due to an allergic reaction or a bacterial or viral infection. It can cause a sore throat, nasal congestion, and drainage in the throat. The pressure from the inflammation may also cause a slight decrease in your hearing.