Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 1 year old. At first, he said it hurts when swallowing, and then we noticed his voice was a bit hoarse when talking. Also, it seems like a low fever has been lingering. I ask: What are the common clinical manifestations when a child has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
Once a child contracts tonsillitis, the first thing they feel is a severe sore throat. If the inflammation is severe, they may even have difficulty swallowing food normally. The child may also have a fever, which can reach up to 40 degrees Celsius in severe cases. It is important to take this seriously. In addition to fever, many children may experience headaches, body aches, chills, and other symptoms. The tonsils should become inflamed, red, and swollen at this time. The child may also develop complications such as sepsis, arthritis, or skin disorders. Therefore, parents should take their child to a doctor for early medical treatment to prevent the condition from worsening and causing unnecessary harm to the child.