Question
My son is 3 years old. Initially, he said his throat hurt, and I noticed that he has been coughing quite severely and has had a slight fever for some time. What symptoms might appear in children with tonsillitis?
Answer
If a child indeed has tonsillitis, the initial symptom is throat pain, and due to this, the child may frequently cry and struggle to swallow. Most children will also experience a persistent low fever or a sudden high fever at this time, along with headaches. In severe cases, the child may have pain all over the body, accompanied by chills and fatigue. Under the condition of tonsillar congestion, redness and swelling can be observed. The child may also develop complications such as sepsis, arthritis, and skin disorders. It is very serious for a child to have tonsillitis, and parents should pay attention to this and take their child to the hospital for treatment as soon as possible.