Question
A 4-year-old boy claims to have a sore throat and severe cough, with a persistent low-grade fever. Question: What symptoms might a child experience with tonsillitis?
Answer
Pediatric tonsillitis is a common pediatric disease, with symptoms such as sore throat and difficulty swallowing. The child may also experience fever, which could be low-grade or high-grade (39-40 degrees Celsius), accompanied by chills, fatigue, and headaches. At this time, the tonsils usually become red and swollen due to congestion caused by inflammation. Some children may also experience complications such as bronchial asthma, sepsis, and nephritis. If the child’s symptoms worsen, it is important to seek medical treatment early.