Question
A nine-year-old boy is experiencing symptoms such as a sore throat, cough, fever, and lack of energy, suspected to be tonsillitis. What symptoms might tonsillitis cause?
Answer
When a child has tonsillitis, they usually experience a severe sore throat and may have difficulty swallowing. Additionally, most affected children will have a persistent low-grade fever or sudden high fever, feel generally weak and have a headache. In severe cases, chills may also occur. The tonsils may appear red and swollen upon examination. If not treated promptly, it may lead to complications such as rheumatism, nephritis, and sepsis. Therefore, pediatric tonsillitis is a disease that requires high attention, and it should be diagnosed and treated as soon as possible.