Question
Baby boy, just over 8 months old, has recently been experiencing throat pain, severe coughing, and persistent fever. Could it be pediatric tonsillitis? What are the common symptoms of pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
Many children may suffer from recurrent tonsillitis, with symptoms relatively easy to detect. Generally, children will experience throat pain, and fever is also a common symptom, sometimes reaching as high as 40 degrees Celsius. Accompanying the high fever are symptoms such as chills, fatigue, and headache. At this time, the tonsils may become inflamed, congested, and swollen, and the child may experience complications such as blood poisoning, arthritis, and skin diseases. If the condition worsens, it is recommended that parents take their child to a doctor early on.