Question
Dear parents, our son is just over 9 months old and has recently started complaining of pain when swallowing water. We’ve noticed that he has a slight cough as well, accompanied by a low-grade fever. What symptoms may occur in children with tonsillitis?
Answer
Pediatric tonsillitis is a common childhood illness, with one of its common symptoms being sore throat. Many children may cry and fuss constantly due to the pain. Most children will also experience persistent low-grade fever or even sudden high fever at this time, along with headaches or general body aches. At this point, the tonsils are usually congested, red, and swollen, and some children may also develop complications such as bronchial asthma, sepsis, and nephritis. The symptoms of tonsillitis can be quite serious, even life-threatening, so timely treatment is essential.