Question
What are the common symptoms if a child gets tonsillitis?
Answer
Many children may experience recurrent episodes of tonsillitis, and the symptoms are usually quite noticeable. Most children will experience severe throat pain, with fever being another common symptom. In severe cases, the temperature can rise to as high as 40 degrees Celsius. Children may also feel weak, have headaches, and even experience chills. The tonsils become red and swollen due to congestion, and may even lead to further complications such as pericarditis and nephritis. The symptoms of tonsillitis can be quite serious, even life-threatening, making early treatment essential.