Question
My son is 9 years old. He recently started feeling a sore throat when speaking. I noticed that swallowing seems a bit difficult for him, and he’s been running a low fever. What common symptoms should I look out for if my child has tonsillitis?
Answer
Tonsillitis occurs in the throat area, so one of the most obvious symptoms of minor tonsillitis is throat pain, difficulty swallowing, and children often have a fever as well, which can range from low-grade to high-grade, reaching up to 40 degrees Celsius. In the case of fever, many children also experience headaches or body aches, as well as chills. At this time, the child’s tonsils are red and swollen, and they are usually larger than normal. If the condition persists, it may lead to some particularly serious complications, such as sepsis or acute rheumatism. You should 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.