Question
What are the clinical manifestations if a child has tonsillitis?
Answer
When a child experiences tonsillitis, they will initially feel throat pain and difficulty swallowing. This is usually accompanied by mild or persistent low-grade fever, with high fever reaching up to 40 degrees Celsius. Symptoms accompanying high fever include chills, fatigue, and headache. At this time, the child’s tonsils will appear red and swollen and are often larger. This condition may lead to severe and more serious complications such as sepsis, rheumatic fever, and arthritis. The symptoms of tonsillitis can be quite severe and may even be life-threatening, so timely treatment is essential.