Question
My child is a 1-year-old boy. Initially, he complained of a sore throat, and I noticed he had a slight cough. Now, he has a persistent high fever. What are the symptoms of tonsillitis in children?
Answer
When a child has tonsillitis, most will conscious experience a sore throat, and the inflammation may also cause pain in the ears. Most children will have a fever, which may reach as high as 39-40 degrees Celsius. They may also experience headaches, body aches, fatigue, and chills. You can observe that the child’s tonsils are red and swollen at this time, which is usually due to inflammation and congestion. If the condition persists, it may lead to severe complications such as sepsis or acute rheumatic fever. It is advisable to take your child to the hospital for diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible.