Question
What symptoms may appear if a child has tonsillitis?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, they will first experience a severe sore throat, and may find it difficult to swallow food due to the inflammation. Some children may have a fever, which could be a persistent low-grade fever or a high-grade fever up to 40 degrees Celsius, and may also experience chills, fatigue, and headaches. Upon close inspection, the tonsils can be seen as red and swollen. If the condition worsens, it may affect the heart and kidneys, leading to serious complications such as pericarditis and nephritis. Therefore, pediatric tonsillitis is a disease that requires early diagnosis and treatment.