Question
What are the common clinical symptoms when a child has tonsillitis?
Answer
When a child’s tonsils become inflamed, they may experience pain in the throat and ears, affecting normal swallowing. At the same time, the child may have a fever, including low-grade or high-grade fever (39-40 degrees Celsius), accompanied by chills, fatigue, and headaches. At this time, the tonsils may appear red and swollen, congested, and may lead to serious complications such as nephritis or sepsis, posing a direct threat to the child’s life. Therefore, parents should pay attention to their child’s condition of tonsillitis and seek medical treatment for their child as soon as possible.