Question
A young boy, one year old, has started experiencing a sore throat, which also causes pain when swallowing water. He also has severe coughing and feverish symptoms. What are the common manifestations of pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
Most children with tonsillitis will experience a sore throat, with pain intensifying especially when swallowing. Fever may also be present, with temperatures reaching as high as 40 degrees Celsius in severe cases, which requires attention. Children may also exhibit symptoms such as fatigue, headache, body aches, and chills. At this time, the tonsils may become inflamed, congested, and swollen, and may even lead to complications such as bronchial asthma, sepsis, and nephritis. Pediatric tonsillitis is a serious condition that should be detected and treated early.