Question
My daughter is currently 1 year old and has just started saying that she feels pain when swallowing. I’ve noticed that her coughing seems more severe, and she also has a low fever. What common symptoms might a child with tonsillitis experience?
Answer
Pediatric tonsillitis is one of the more common pediatric diseases. When a child contracts this illness, they will first experience pain in the throat and difficulty swallowing. Some children may also have a sore throat at this stage. The body temperature can vary; if there is a low fever, it can be observed, but if there is a high fever, medical attention is necessary. The child may also feel fatigue and have a headache. In severe cases, chills may be observed, and the tonsils can become visibly red and swollen due to congestion. If treatment is delayed, some children may develop serious complications such as nephritis and endocarditis. It is clear that pediatric tonsillitis is a very serious condition, and it is essential to discover and treat it as early as possible.