Question
Dear Baby, currently 3 years old, just started to say her throat is sore, found that coughing is quite severe, and a bit of fever and lacks energy as well. What clinical symptoms may appear in children with tonsillitis?
Answer
Pediatric tonsillitis is one of the more common pediatric diseases. When children contract this illness, they typically present with throat pain and difficulty swallowing. Fever is also a common symptom of tonsillitis, with severe cases potentially reaching temperatures of 40 degrees Celsius. They may also experience headaches or general body aches. The tonsils can be visibly red and swollen due to congestion. In severe cases, children may also develop complications such as acute glomerulonephritis, acute rheumatic fever, or rheumatic endocarditis. If the child’s condition continues to worsen, it is advisable for parents not to delay and to take their child for treatment as soon as possible.