Question
A one-month-old girl baby is experiencing a sore throat, severe cough, and persistent fever. What symptoms might indicate infant and toddler tonsillitis?
Answer
When infants develop tonsillitis, common symptoms include throat pain, difficulty swallowing, persistent low-grade fever or sudden high fever, fatigue, headache, and chills. The tonsils may appear red and swollen, which can further affect the heart and kidneys, potentially leading to serious complications such as myocarditis and nephritis. Timely treatment is crucial to avoid any threat to the child’s life.