Question
My daughter is 5 years old. Initially, she felt a sore throat when speaking, and I noticed that her coughing seemed more severe. Moreover, she now has a persistent high fever. What clinical symptoms might appear with pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
Pediatric tonsillitis is one of the relatively common pediatric diseases in recent years. The main symptoms include throat pain, which may radiate to the ears, accompanied by fever, including low-grade or high-grade fever. It may also be accompanied by symptoms such as general fatigue, headache, body aches, and shivering. At this time, the tonsils may become red and swollen, mainly due to inflammation-induced congestion. If the condition worsens, it may lead to serious complications, even threatening life, so timely treatment is necessary.