Question
Dear parents, my daughter is currently 6 years old and has just started to complain about a sore throat. I noticed that she seems to have difficulty swallowing, and now she has a persistent high fever. What clinical symptoms might appear if a child has tonsillitis?
Answer
Tonsillitis in children is a common pediatric condition, primarily characterized by throat pain and difficulty swallowing. Fever is also a common symptom, sometimes reaching as high as 40 degrees Celsius. The child may also experience fatigue, headache, body aches, and chills. The tonsils may appear red and swollen. If not treated promptly, complications such as rheumatism, nephritis, and sepsis may occur. It is recommended that parents take their child to the doctor as soon as possible.