Question
My child is a 5-year-old boy. Initially, he felt pain when drinking water. I noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse, and he’s had a slight fever all along. What clinical symptoms might appear in a child with tonsillitis?
Answer
A child’s tonsils are located in the throat, so one of the most obvious symptoms of tonsillitis is a sore throat and difficulty swallowing. Some children may also experience hoarseness, fever, fatigue, headache, body aches, chills, and a red and swollen tonsil. Additionally, children may develop complications such as sepsis, arthritis, and skin disorders. Therefore, it is recommended that parents take their children to the doctor as soon as possible to avoid further deterioration of the condition and unnecessary harm to the child.