Question
A boy, already 1 year old, initially complained of pain when swallowing, and it was noticed that his coughing seemed more severe, accompanied by a low-grade fever. What are the clinical symptoms that may appear with pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
Many children now experience recurrent tonsillitis, and the symptoms of tonsillitis are actually quite noticeable. Firstly, most children will feel a sore throat, accompanied by varying degrees of fever. Young children may even have convulsions due to high fever. Additionally, children may experience fatigue, headaches, and general body aches, as well as chills. At this time, the tonsils are also in a state of redness and swelling, and if treatment is delayed, some children may develop serious complications such as nephritis and endocarditis. Therefore, I advise this parent that if your child indeed has the above symptoms, it is essential to seek medical treatment promptly.