Question
What clinical symptoms may occur when a child has tonsillitis?
Answer
When a child develops tonsillitis, they will first experience a sore throat, which affects normal swallowing. Some children may also have a mild cough. The fever situation varies; a low-grade fever can be observed, while a high-grade fever requires immediate medical attention. During fever, many children may experience headaches, body aches, and shivering. At this time, the child’s tonsils are usually red, swollen, and enlarged. If treatment is delayed, some children may develop serious complications such as nephritis and endocarditis. The symptoms of tonsillitis can be quite severe, even life-threatening, so timely treatment is essential.