4. Close Contact with an Infected Person
Of course, if you are in close contact with someone that is infected with either a bacterial or viral infection of the tonsils, then there is the chance of getting infected yourself. Generally, this happens with family members. Those who live in the same household with an infected person, or spouses that have intimate contact with an infected person can easily become infected themselves.
If you have someone with tonsillitis in your family, then you want to take precautions to ensure that the illness is not passed on to other family members. This includes avoiding very intimate contact, potentially wearing masks or taking steps such as antibiotics to ensure that the infection period is as short as it can possibly be. You definitely want to avoid close quarters with an infected person while they can pass on the disease. This means hugging and kissing are a no-no.