Question
A five-year-old boy is experiencing sore throat, worsening cough, and persistent low-grade fever, suspected tonsillitis. What symptoms of tonsillitis may appear in children?
Answer
Pediatric tonsillitis is one of the common pediatric diseases in recent years. The main symptoms include sore throat, which may spread to the ears in severe cases. Many children will have fever, which could be a persistent low-grade fever or a high-grade fever up to 40 degrees Celsius, accompanied by chills and headaches. Most children will feel weak all over, with the tonsils appearing red and swollen. In addition, serious complications such as nephritis or sepsis may occur, posing a direct threat to life. The symptoms of tonsillitis can be severe and even life-threatening, so timely treatment is essential.