Common symptoms of pediatric tonsillitis include sore throat, cough, mild fever, and red and swollen tonsils. In severe cases, it may be accompanied by headache and chills.

Pediatric tonsillitis may manifest as throat pain, fever, cough, and general discomfort. In severe cases, it may also cause the tonsils to swell and lead to complications such as asthma, sepsis, and nephritis.