Question
My son is 2 years old. Initially, he had a sore throat, accompanied by coughing and high fever. I want to ask: What are the clinical manifestations of tonsillitis in children?
Answer
If a child is diagnosed with tonsillitis, the initial symptoms may include throat pain, difficulty swallowing leading to crying, persistent low or high fever, headache, general body pain, fatigue, and chills. At this time, the tonsils may appear red and swollen with congestion. In severe cases, complications such as acute glomerulonephritis, acute rheumatic fever, and rheumatic endocarditis may develop. Severe tonsillitis requires timely treatment to avoid affecting life.