Question
A 6-year-old boy, initially, felt a sore throat while speaking, noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse during conversation, and now he has a persistent high fever. What clinical symptoms might appear if a child’s tonsils are infected?
Answer
If a child’s tonsils are infected, the first symptoms to appear will be sore throat and difficulty swallowing. The child may have varying degrees of fever, even with convulsions. They may feel weak and have headaches. In severe cases, chills may also occur. At this point, you can see that the child’s tonsils are red and swollen due to inflammation. If not addressed promptly, it may lead to complications such as rheumatism, nephritis, and sepsis. Pediatric tonsillitis is a very serious disease and can even threaten the child’s life. Parents must take their child for treatment immediately.