Question
A baby boy just turned 4 months old and has recently been feeling a sore throat with a slight cough, accompanied by a low fever. What are the symptoms of a child’s tonsillitis?
Answer
Many children often have recurrent cases of tonsillitis, and its symptoms are relatively easy to detect. The main manifestation is throat pain, which may be accompanied by fever, with temperatures reaching 39-40 degrees Celsius in severe cases. When feverish, children may also experience symptoms such as headache, body aches, and chills. At this time, the child’s tonsils are usually red and swollen, and their size may increase. If the condition continues to worsen, it may lead to serious complications such as sepsis and rheumatic arthritis. It is recommended that if a child exhibits these symptoms, they should seek medical treatment promptly.