Question
What are the possible clinical manifestations of pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
If a child indeed has tonsillitis, the initial symptom is a sore throat, which may cause the child to have difficulty swallowing and frequent crying. The child may also experience fever, including low-grade or high-grade fever (up to 39-40 degrees Celsius). During the fever period, the child may have symptoms such as chills and fatigue. At this time, the child’s tonsils will be red and swollen, often enlarged. In addition to tonsillitis, the condition may further involve the heart and kidneys, leading to conditions such as myocarditis and nephritis. It is recommended that parents take their child to a doctor for treatment as soon as possible to avoid the worsening of the condition and unnecessary harm to the child.