Question
A 12-year-old boy, in elementary school, initially felt a slight pain in his throat. He noticed that swallowing was a bit difficult and he also had a bit of fever and lost his spirit. What symptoms appear when a child has tonsillitis?
Answer
When a child develops tonsillitis, the first symptom they will likely experience is a sore throat, which may then affect the ears, possibly leading to otitis media. At the same time, the child may experience fever, which could be low-grade or even high-grade at 39-40 degrees Celsius. They may also have headaches, body aches, fatigue, and chills. The tonsils at this point should be inflamed and become congested and swollen. The child may also suffer from complications such as sepsis, arthritis, and skin disorders. You can observe the child’s condition; if it is quite severe, it is advisable to take the child to the hospital for diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible.