Question
What are the clinical symptoms of pediatric tonsillitis? For example, a seven-month-old girl initially felt a sore throat when she started speaking, accompanied by a slight cough and fever.
Answer
Many children experience recurrent episodes of tonsillitis, with symptoms typically easy to recognize. Most children will experience a sore throat, often accompanied by fever, which may be low-grade or high-grade (up to 40 degrees Celsius), and may also be accompanied by chills and headaches. Children may also feel generally weak, and due to the congestion of the pharyngeal mucosa, the tonsils may appear visibly enlarged. In some cases, children may also experience complications such as bronchial asthma, anemia, or nephritis. Severe tonsillitis symptoms can be life-threatening, so it is crucial to seek medical treatment promptly.