Patient's question:
Girl baby, only 6 months old, just starting, feels sore throat even when drinking water, notices that cough seems more severe as well. Also, a bit feverish and low energy. Please ask: What are the common clinical symptoms that appear when a child's tonsils get inflamed?Doctor's answer:
Acute tonsillitis is one of the more frequently occurring pediatric diseases in the past two years. First and foremost, sore throat is one of the main symptoms, and if severe, it can spread to the ears. Children often also have a fever, or a persistent low-grade fever, or a high fever reaching 40 degrees Celsius. Accompanying the high fever are chills, fatigue, and headache. It is clearly observable that the child's tonsils have become red and swollen due to congestion. If attention is not promptly given, complications may occur, such as rheumatic fever, nephritis, and sepsis, among others. You can observe the child's condition. If it is already quite serious, it is recommended to take the child to the hospital for diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible.