Question
My daughter is 4 years old and has just started feeling a sore throat, accompanied by severe coughing and a low fever. What clinical symptoms should one expect if a child has tonsillitis?
Answer
When a child contracts tonsillitis, the most apparent symptom is a sore throat, which may lead to difficulty swallowing. It is often accompanied by fever, sometimes reaching 40 degrees Celsius, and the child may feel fatigue and headaches. In severe cases, chills may occur. At this time, the child’s tonsils may appear red and swollen, and they are usually slightly enlarged. This condition can also trigger serious complications such as blood poisoning, rheumatism, and arthritis. It is advisable for parents to take their child to a doctor for treatment as soon as possible to prevent the condition from worsening and causing unnecessary harm.