Question
Dear Baby Girl, 8 years old, has been feeling a sore throat recently, with difficulty swallowing and persistent fever. What clinical symptoms might a child with tonsillitis experience?
Answer
If a child indeed has tonsillitis, the initial symptom is throat pain. The child may find it hard to swallow food normally and might also experience fever, which could be a persistent low-grade fever or even reach 40 degrees Celsius with chills and fatigue. The tonsils may become inflamed, congested, and swollen. Delayed treatment may lead to severe complications such as nephritis or endocarditis. It is recommended to seek medical treatment as soon as possible.