3. Fever
One of the most notable symptoms of tonsillitis is a fever. This is a rise in body temperature, which is the way that the body attempts to drive out the infection by making the environment less hospitable to viruses and bacteria.
High fevers are not dangerous in themselves and are rather the body’s natural response to an invasion which can help you to recover more quickly. However, if a fever gets too high, then this can lead to other more serious conditions such as dehydration.
The key thing to do when experiencing a fever then is to keep checking your temperature to ensure it hasn’t gone too high. In children, anything above 38 degrees Celsius is considered a cause for concern and time to visit the doctor. Drinking lots of water is also very important, to help cool the body down, keep the patient comfortable, and prevent dehydration.