Question
Dear Baby, currently 4 years old, just started to complain of a sore throat, noticed that swallowing seems a bit difficult, and it seems like she has a low-grade fever that hasn’t gone away. Please ask: What symptoms can occur in infants and young children with tonsillitis?
Answer
Pediatric tonsillitis is a common childhood condition, with one of its common symptoms being a sore throat. Many children may cry and fuss due to the pain. Most children will experience a fever, with temperatures sometimes reaching 39-40 degrees Celsius in severe cases. The child may also exhibit symptoms such as fatigue, headache, and general body pain, as well as chills. At this point, the tonsils are often in a congested state, appearing red and swollen. If the condition worsens, more severe complications may arise, such as sepsis or endocarditis. It is very serious for a child to have tonsillitis, and parents should pay close attention to this and take their child to the hospital for treatment as soon as possible.