Question
What are the symptoms of pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
If a child indeed has tonsillitis, the primary symptom is usually throat pain, which may cause the child to struggle with swallowing and become restless and crying. Most children will have a persistent low fever or a sudden high fever at this time, accompanied by chills and fatigue. The tonsils may become congested and swollen, and some children may experience complications such as bronchial asthma, sepsis, or nephritis. It is recommended that parents seek medical attention promptly if they discover their child has tonsillitis.