Question
My child is an 8-year-old boy. He recently started complaining of pain when swallowing water, and I’ve noticed he has a slight cough. It seems like he’s had a low-grade fever all along. What clinical manifestations might occur with pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
Pediatric tonsillitis is one of the more common pediatric diseases. When children contract this illness, they typically present with throat pain and difficulty swallowing, often accompanied by fever, which can be either low-grade or persistently high, reaching up to 40 degrees Celsius. Children may also feel fatigue and headaches, and in severe cases, chills. At this point, the tonsils are also in a state of redness and congestion. Moreover, such diseases may lead to more serious complications such as sepsis, rheumatism, and arthritis. Therefore, I advise this parent that if your child indeed exhibits these symptoms, it is imperative to seek medical treatment promptly.