Question
Dear Baby, she is only 8 months old. Initially, she felt a sore throat when she spoke, and I noticed that her coughing seemed more severe, and she has been a bit feverish. What clinical symptoms might appear when a child’s tonsils become inflamed during childbirth?
Answer
When a child’s tonsils become inflamed, they experience significant pain in the throat and ears, affecting normal swallowing. Most children will have a fever, with temperatures reaching as high as 39-40 degrees Celsius in severe cases. They may also experience headaches or general body aches. The tonsils should become inflamed and become congested and swollen. In severe cases, children may develop complications such as acute glomerulonephritis, acute rheumatic fever, and rheumatic endocarditis. Therefore, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly if any of these symptoms are observed in a child to prevent the occurrence of complications.