Question
Dear Baby, she’s only 2 months old. Initially, she had a slight sore throat, and now she’s been experiencing more severe coughing and has had a slight fever. What clinical symptoms might appear if a child has tonsillitis?
Answer
If a child’s tonsils become inflamed, the primary symptoms are usually throat pain and varying degrees of difficulty swallowing. The child may also have a fever, which could be low-grade or as high as 39-40 degrees Celsius. The child may also experience chills, fatigue, and headaches. At this time, the tonsils are also red, swollen, and congested. If the condition persists, it may lead to particularly severe complications such as sepsis and acute rheumatism. Therefore, I suggest that if your child indeed has these symptoms, it is essential to seek medical treatment promptly.