Question
My child is a 9-year-old boy. Initially, he had a slight pain in his throat, noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when speaking, and he has been a bit feverish. What symptoms may occur in cases of pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
Pediatric tonsillitis is one of the more common pediatric diseases in recent years. The primary symptom is throat pain, which may spread to the ears in severe cases. The child may also experience fever, including low-grade or high-grade fever, headache, general body pain, chills, and fatigue. At this time, the child’s tonsils may become red and swollen, and may lead to serious complications such as sepsis, rheumatism, and joint disease. Therefore, if any of the above symptoms are found in the child, medical treatment should be sought promptly to avoid complications.