Question
Dear Baby, she is currently 8 years old and has just started to feel a bit of pain in her throat. She noticed that her voice is a bit hoarse when she speaks, and she also has a slight fever and seems lackluster. What are the common symptoms that may occur in children with tonsillitis?
Answer
The tonsils are located in the throat, so one of the most obvious symptoms of acute tonsillitis is sore throat and difficulty swallowing. Fever is also a common symptom of tonsillitis, and in severe cases, it can even reach 40 degrees Celsius. In the case of fever, many children may also experience headaches or body aches, as well as chills. At this point, the tonsils are usually congested, not only red but also very swollen. Children with severe tonsillitis may also develop complications such as acute glomerulonephritis, acute rheumatic fever, and rheumatic endocarditis. It is very serious for children to have tonsillitis, and parents should pay attention to this and take their children to the hospital for treatment as soon as possible.