Question
What are the clinical symptoms that a child with tonsillitis may experience?
Answer
Once a child develops tonsillitis, most will likely experience a sore throat, accompanied by ear pain, and may also have a fever, including low-grade or high-grade fever (up to 39-40 degrees Celsius). The fever may be accompanied by chills and headaches. The child may feel generally weak, and the tonsils will appear visibly swollen. This condition can also lead to severe complications such as sepsis, rheumatic fever, and arthritis. It is advisable for parents to take their child to a doctor for early treatment to prevent the condition from worsening and causing unnecessary harm.