Question
My son is 5 years old. Initially, he had a slight pain in his throat, and I noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when he spoke. He also has a bit of a fever and seems less energetic. What common symptoms might occur if a child has tonsillitis?
Answer
Pediatric tonsillitis is a common pediatric disease. One of its common symptoms is sore throat. Many children will cry and fuss due to the sore throat. Most children will also experience persistent low fever or sudden high fever at this time. In the case of fever, many children will also have headaches or body aches, as well as chills. At the same time, due to the diffuse congestion of the mucous membrane in the throat, it can be clearly seen that the child’s tonsils are swollen. In severe cases, complications such as acute glomerulonephritis, acute rheumatic fever, and rheumatic endocarditis may occur. If the child’s condition continues to worsen, it is advisable for parents not to delay and to seek treatment as soon as possible.