Question
What are the symptoms of a child with tonsillitis?
Answer
When a child develops tonsillitis, they may experience a sore throat, difficulty swallowing, accompanied by fever, which could be low or high, and symptoms such as fatigue, headache, general body aches, and chills. The tonsils may appear red and swollen. In severe cases, complications such as acute glomerulonephritis, acute rheumatic fever, and rheumatic endocarditis may occur. It is recommended to monitor the child’s condition, and if the illness is severe, medical treatment should be sought promptly.