Patient's question:
Boy, already 3 years old. At first, he felt soreness in his throat even when drinking water, and found that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. Additionally, he had been slightly feverish all along. Please ask: What are the common symptoms that often occur when a child has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
When a child has tonsillitis, they will first feel a sore throat, which will then affect normal swallowing. Additionally, the child usually accompanies fever, either persistent low-grade fever or high fever reaching up to 40 degrees Celsius. Moreover, the child may experience fatigue, headache, generalized body pain, and chills. When the tonsils are congested, redness and swelling can be observed. Severe complications may also occur, such as kidney inflammation or sepsis, which can directly threaten the child's life. Tonsillitis in children is a very serious condition, and parents are advised to take it seriously and bring their child to the hospital for early treatment.