Question
My son is just over 2 months old and has started saying he has a sore throat. I noticed he’s been coughing quite severely and has had a slight fever all along. What symptoms should I look out for if my child has tonsillitis?
Answer
Pediatric tonsillitis is one of the more common pediatric diseases. When a child contracts this illness, they will initially exhibit symptoms such as a sore throat and difficulty swallowing. Along with the sore throat, some children may also have a fever, which could be either a persistent low-grade fever or a high fever reaching 40 degrees Celsius. Accompanying the fever may be chills and headaches. Most children will also feel exhausted. In cases where the tonsils are congested, you can observe redness and swelling. Children may also experience complications such as sepsis, arthritis, and skin disorders. If the child’s condition continues to worsen, it is advisable for parents not to delay and to take their child to treatment as soon as possible.