Question
My son is 8 years old. Initially, he had a slight sore throat, and it seemed like swallowing was a bit difficult. He also had a low-grade fever. What symptoms might appear if a baby or young child suffers from tonsillitis?
Answer
Pediatric tonsillitis is one of the more common pediatric diseases in recent years. The primary symptom is usually a sore throat, which can sometimes spread to the ears. Some children may also experience nausea at this stage. The fever can vary from child to child; if it’s low-grade, it can be observed, but if it’s high-grade, medical attention is necessary. The child may also feel weak, have headaches, body aches, and chills. At this point, the child’s tonsils are also red and swollen. If not addressed promptly, it may lead to complications such as rheumatism, nephritis, and sepsis. It is very serious for a child to have tonsillitis, and parents should pay attention to this and take their children to the hospital for treatment as soon as possible.