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Characteristics of the study subjects
| Characteristic | Healthy cohort (N = 165) | Tonsillitis cohort (N = 43) |
|---|---|---|
| Male: female ratio | 2.2 | 2.3 |
| Median age (interquartile range) | 40 (31) years | 36 (23.5) years |
| Antibiotics (prior to sampling) | none | In 15 subjects |
| Abscesses (requiring incision and drainage) | none | In 20 subjects |
| Smokers | 17 former, 11 current, 137 non | 2 former, 18 current, 23 non |
