Question
What are the common symptoms of pediatric tonsillitis? Taking an eight-year-old boy as an example, he has just started primary school and recently has been experiencing pain while swallowing, along with severe coughing and fever. He seems to lack energy. I would like to know what common manifestations usually occur in pediatric tonsillitis.
Answer
Most children will experience throat pain after tonsillitis, with the pain being more pronounced during swallowing. Some may also have fever symptoms, which could be a persistent low-grade fever or even a high fever reaching 40 degrees Celsius. Children may also exhibit symptoms such as fatigue, headache, body aches, and chills. At this time, the tonsils will become inflamed, congested, and swollen. If left untreated, it may lead to serious complications such as nephritis and endocarditis. Therefore, if a child shows these symptoms, it is important to seek medical attention promptly to prevent complications.