Question
Dear Baby, she is currently 8 years old and has just started to feel pain in her throat when drinking water. She also has a rather severe cough, and it seems like she has a low-grade fever that hasn’t subsided. What are the common symptoms of pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
Pediatric tonsillitis is one of the more common pediatric diseases. When children suffer from this condition, they will initially present with a sore throat and difficulty swallowing. The sore throat is often accompanied by a fever, which may be a persistent low-grade fever or even a high fever reaching 40 degrees Celsius. The child may also feel fatigue, headaches, and in severe cases, chills. At this time, the tonsils are also red and swollen. Moreover, such diseases may trigger more serious complications such as sepsis, rheumatism, and joint disease. The symptoms of tonsillitis can be quite severe and even life-threatening, so it is essential to seek timely treatment.