Question
What are the possible symptoms if a child develops tonsillitis?
Answer
The initial symptom of pediatric tonsillitis is throat pain, which may cause the child to struggle with swallowing. This is often accompanied by symptoms such as fever, chills, weakness, and headache. At this point, the child’s tonsils may become red and swollen, and there is a risk of severe complications such as sepsis or acute rheumatic fever. Therefore, if any of these symptoms are observed in a child, it is important to seek medical attention promptly to prevent complications.