Question
My daughter is 8 years old and has recently been experiencing a sore throat, severe coughing, and persistent fever. What are the common symptoms of tonsillitis in children?
Answer
Common symptoms of tonsillitis include sore throat, earache, fever (which can be low or high), fatigue, headache, body aches, and chills. The tonsils may become congested and swollen. In more severe cases, complications such as sepsis and endocarditis may occur, which pose a threat to the child’s health. Parents should promptly take their child to the doctor.