Patient's question:
Boy, 9 years old, has started primary school. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking. He noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult, accompanied by a low fever. Please ask: What are the clinical symptoms of tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
Pediatric tonsillitis has been one of the more prevalent pediatric diseases in recent two years. First and foremost, sore throat is one of the primary symptoms, and in severe cases, it can spread to the ears. Children may also experience varying degrees of fever, with young children possibly even having convulsions due to high fever. Not only do children have fever but also chills, fatigue, and headaches, among other symptoms. At this point, the tonsils are typically in a congested state, appearing not only red but also significantly swollen. If treatment is delayed, some children may develop serious complications such as nephritis or endocarditis. Therefore, it is suggested that parents take their children to a doctor for early medical treatment to prevent the condition from worsening and causing unnecessary harm to the child.