Question
Dear Parent, My son is just over 5 months old. Initially, he had a slight sore throat, and I noticed that when he talks, his voice sounds hoarse. Additionally, it seems like he has had a low-grade fever that hasn’t gone away. What symptoms might appear in a child with tonsillitis?
Answer
Once a child develops tonsillitis, they will first notice their throat is very painful. Inflammation can even make it difficult for them to swallow food normally. The child may have a fever, which can be as high as 40 degrees Celsius in severe cases. It is important to pay attention to these symptoms. The child may also experience headaches, and in severe cases, pain throughout the body. They may also shiver and feel weak. At this point, the tonsils become inflamed and swollen. Moreover, this type of disease may lead to more serious complications such as sepsis, rheumatism, and joint disease. It is clear that pediatric tonsillitis is a very serious condition and must be detected and treated as soon as possible.