Question
Dear Baby, she’s only 9 months old and just started having a bit of sore throat, I noticed it. She’s been coughing quite severely, and it seems like she’s had a low-grade fever that hasn’t gone away. Please ask: What common symptoms appear in infants with tonsillitis?
Answer
Pediatric tonsillitis is a common childhood illness, one of whose symptoms is sore throat. Many children cry and fuss constantly due to the pain, and fever is also a common symptom. In severe cases, the temperature can rise to 40 degrees Celsius. Children may also experience fatigue, headaches, and even whole-body pain, along with chills. At this time, the tonsils are also red and swollen, and they often appear larger. Such diseases may also lead to more serious complications like sepsis, rheumatism, and arthritis. You can observe your child’s condition; if it is quite severe, it is recommended to take your child to the hospital for diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible.