Question
My son is 5 years old. Initially, he said it hurt to drink water, and I noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when he talked. He’s been a bit feverish as well. What symptoms might appear in infants and young children with tonsillitis?
Answer
When a child has tonsillitis, they may experience significant pain in the throat and ears, affecting their normal swallowing. They will also have a fever, which could be low-grade or as high as 39-40 degrees Celsius. They may also have headaches, and in severe cases, they might experience pain all over their body. They may also shiver and feel weak. At this time, the child’s tonsils are also red and swollen, and they often appear larger than usual. Such diseases may also lead to more serious complications like sepsis, rheumatism, and arthritis. Therefore, it is advised that parents take their child to the doctor as soon as possible to avoid further deterioration of the condition and unnecessary harm to the child.