Question
Baby boy, 5 months old, complaints of sore throat, severe cough, and persistent high fever. What symptoms might indicate tonsillitis in children?
Answer
Pediatric tonsillitis is one of the common pediatric diseases. When a child has tonsillitis, symptoms usually include sore throat, difficulty swallowing, fever (which can reach 39-40°C), headache, body aches, fatigue, and chills. The tonsils may become congested and swollen. Long-term development may lead to severe complications such as sepsis and acute rheumatic fever. It is advisable for parents to take the child to a doctor for treatment as soon as possible.