Question
Baby girl, just 3 months old, recently feeling a sore throat, her voice is somewhat hoarse, and she has been running a fever. What are the clinical symptoms of pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
Most children will experience a sore throat after tonsillitis, with the pain being more intense during swallowing. This is usually accompanied by fever, which may be a persistent low-grade fever or a high-grade fever reaching 40 degrees Celsius. The fever may also be accompanied by chills and fatigue. The tonsils may swell due to the congestion of the mucous membrane in the throat. If not treated promptly, it may lead to complications such as rheumatic fever, nephritis, or sepsis. It is recommended that parents seek medical treatment early to avoid unnecessary harm to the child due to worsening of the condition.