Question
A 13-year-old boy, in elementary school, complained initially that he felt pain when swallowing. Upon observation, it was noted that his voice was slightly hoarse, and he also had a bit of a fever and seemed lackluster. What are the symptoms of tonsillitis in children?
Answer
When a child has tonsillitis, they first experience a sore throat, which may then affect the ears and potentially lead to otitis media. The child may exhibit varying degrees of fever, and in some cases, infants might even have seizures due to high fever. The child may also feel weak, have headaches, and experience body aches and chills. At this point, the tonsils are also red and swollen. If the condition continues to worsen, it may lead to some particularly severe complications, such as sepsis or acute rheumatism. If the child’s condition is indeed worsening, it is advisable for parents not to delay and to take their child for treatment as soon as possible.