Question
My daughter is 2 years old. Initially, she said she felt pain when swallowing, and I noticed that she has a more severe cough. She also has a slight fever and seems listless. What symptoms might occur if she has pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
When tonsillitis occurs, most children will experience a sore throat, and if the inflammation is severe, the ears may also hurt. Most children will have a fever, with temperatures sometimes reaching 39-40 degrees Celsius in severe cases. They may also experience headaches or body aches. Upon closer observation, you may notice that the child’s tonsils are red and swollen. In severe cases, complications such as acute glomerulonephritis, acute rheumatic fever, and rheumatic myocarditis may occur. The symptoms of pediatric tonsillitis can be relatively severe and even life-threatening, so it is essential to seek timely treatment.