Question
What symptoms may appear when a child has tonsillitis?
Answer
When a child experiences tonsillitis, they may experience significant pain in the throat and ears, affecting their normal swallowing function. The child may have mild to moderate fever, sometimes as high as 40 degrees Celsius, and may also feel fatigue, headache, general body ache, and chills. At this time, the child’s tonsils may become red and swollen. If the condition worsens, it may lead to serious complications such as sepsis or acute rheumatic fever. It is recommended that parents seek medical attention promptly if they discover their child has tonsillitis.