Question
Dear Baby, she is just 9 months old, and she has just started to feel pain when drinking water, and her voice sounds a bit hoarse when she speaks. Additionally, she has a persistent high fever. What are the symptoms of pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
When a child has tonsillitis, they may experience significant pain in the throat and ears, affecting normal swallowing. Some children may exhibit other symptoms during this stage, such as an elevated body temperature, mild fever that can be observed, and high fever requiring medical attention. The child may also feel headaches, body aches, fatigue, and chills. The tonsils will appear red and swollen due to congestion caused by inflammation. Severe complications such as sepsis and endocarditis may occur as the condition progresses. Therefore, if any of these symptoms are detected, medical attention should be sought promptly to prevent complications.