Question
My son is 9 years old. Initially, he said he had a sore throat, and I noticed that his coughing seemed more severe, and he’s been running a slight fever as well. What symptoms might a child with tonsillitis exhibit?
Answer
Many children now experience recurrent tonsillitis, and the symptoms are actually quite easy to identify. Firstly, most children will feel a sore throat, accompanied by varying degrees of fever. In some cases, young children may even have seizures due to high fever. They may also experience headaches, and in severe cases, pain can be widespread throughout the body. They may also shiver and feel weak. At this time, the tonsils are often congested, appearing red and swollen. If the condition worsens further, more severe complications may arise, such as sepsis or endocarditis. If the child’s condition continues to deteriorate, it is advisable for parents not to delay and to take their child for treatment as soon as possible.