Patient's question:
My little girl is 6 years old. At first, she said her throat was sore. It was found that her voice was a bit hoarse when she spoke. At the same time, she has high fever now and it's not going down. Please ask: What symptoms can occur if a child has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
If a child has tonsillitis, the first symptoms are often a sore throat, and the child may also experience varying degrees of difficulty swallowing. Some children may also have diarrhea during this stage. The temperature varies; low-grade fever can be monitored, but high fever requires immediate medical attention. Additionally, the child may feel tired, have a headache, and in severe cases, may experience chills. Careful observation will reveal that the tonsils are entirely red and swollen. If this is not given proper attention promptly, it may lead to complications such as rheumatic fever, nephritis, or sepsis. If the child's condition continues to worsen, it is still advisable for parents not to delay and take the child to seek treatment as soon as possible.