Question
My son is 5 years old and a baby boy. He recently started to feel a sore throat when speaking, and I noticed his voice sounds a bit hoarse. Additionally, it seems like he’s had a low-grade fever that hasn’t gone away. What symptoms might occur with pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
When a child’s tonsils become inflamed, symptoms such as throat pain and earache may occur, and in severe cases, they may also experience fever, fatigue, headache, and chills. At this time, the tonsils often appear red, swollen, and congested, so it is important to seek medical treatment promptly to avoid further complications.