Question
My daughter is 9 years old. She recently started saying that swallowing is painful, and I noticed she seems to have difficulty swallowing. She also has a low-grade fever. What symptoms might occur if a child develops tonsillitis?
Answer
Pediatric tonsillitis has been one of the more common pediatric diseases in recent years. The primary symptom is sore throat, which can be severe enough to spread to the ears. Children may also experience varying degrees of fever, with some even having seizures due to high fever. They may also have headaches, body aches, fatigue, and chills. At this time, the child’s tonsils will also appear red and swollen. If not treated promptly, complications such as rheumatism, nephritis, and sepsis may arise. Therefore, it is advised that parents seek medical attention immediately if they find their child has tonsillitis.