Question
What common symptoms may appear in pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
If a child indeed has tonsillitis, the primary symptom is a sore throat, which may cause the child to struggle with swallowing and frequently cry. The child may also have a certain degree of fever, which can be as high as 40 degrees Celsius in severe cases. During the fever, many children may also experience headaches, body aches, and chills. Close observation may reveal that the child’s tonsils are red and swollen. If treatment is delayed, some children may develop severe complications such as nephritis and endocarditis. Therefore, it is recommended that parents seek immediate medical treatment if their child exhibits these symptoms.