Question
A 11-year-old boy, in elementary school, initially felt a slight pain in his throat, noticed more severe coughing, and it seems like he’s had a low-grade fever that hasn’t subsided. What clinical symptoms may occur in infants and young children with tonsillitis?
Answer
Once tonsillitis occurs, most children will experience a sore throat, and if the inflammation is severe, the ears may also hurt. Along with the sore throat, some children may also have a fever, which could be a persistent low-grade fever or even reach as high as 40 degrees Celsius. In the case of fever, many children may also experience headaches or body aches, as well as chills. At this time, the child’s tonsils are also red and swollen, and if the condition continues to worsen…