Question
What are the clinical symptoms of infant and toddler tonsillitis?
Answer
Pediatric tonsillitis is one of the more common pediatric diseases in recent years. The main symptoms include sore throat, which may spread to the ears, and children often have a fever (either low-grade or high-grade), fatigue, headache, general body aches, and chills. Additionally, the pharyngeal mucosa shows diffuse congestion, and the child’s tonsils are visibly enlarged. In severe cases, complications may arise, such as acute glomerulonephritis, acute rheumatic fever, and rheumatic endocarditis. It is advisable for parents to pay attention to their child’s condition of tonsillitis and seek medical treatment for their child early on.