Question
Dear Baby, she is just 4 months old, and she just started to feel pain when drinking water, and her voice sounds a bit hoarse when she talks. Additionally, she has a bit of a fever and seems listless. What common symptoms might appear in children with tonsillitis?
Answer
When a child has tonsillitis, they will first feel throat pain, and normal swallowing will also be affected. Most children will have a fever, with temperatures sometimes reaching 39-40 degrees Celsius. In the case of fever, many children may also experience headaches or body aches, as well as chills. At the same time, due to the diffuse congestion of the pharyngeal mucosa, it is clearly visible that the child’s tonsils are swollen. Moreover, not only can tonsillitis occur, but further development may also involve the heart and kidneys, leading to conditions such as myocarditis and nephritis. Therefore, pediatric tonsillitis is a very serious disease, and it is essential to discover and treat it as early as possible.