Question
What common symptoms appear when a child suffers from tonsillitis?
Answer
When a child is affected by tonsillitis, they will first experience throat pain, followed by the possibility of infection in the ears, which can lead to otitis media. Some children may also exhibit varying degrees of fever at this stage. If the fever is low, it can be observed, but if it is high, medical attention is necessary. Fever is often accompanied by chills and headaches, and most children will feel generally weak. Close observation may reveal that the child’s tonsils appear red and swollen, and severe complications such as nephritis or sepsis may arise, which directly threaten life. Therefore, it is recommended that parents seek medical treatment for their child as soon as possible to prevent the condition from worsening and causing unnecessary harm.