Patient's question:
Male baby, just turned 8 months old. At first, there was a bit of pain in the throat. Noticing this, the cough was quite severe, accompanied by a low fever. Please ask: What discomfort symptoms might a child have when they get tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
If the child indeed suffers from tonsillitis, the initial symptom is a sore throat, and as a result, the child will frequently cry due to difficulty swallowing. Some children may also experience certain conditions at this stage. The temperature varies, with low-grade fever requiring observation, while high fever necessitates immediate medical attention. The child may also exhibit a headache, and in severe cases, even generalized pain. At the same time, chills, fatigue, and inflammation of the tonsils, accompanied by congestion, redness, and swelling, may occur. This type of illness may also lead to more severe complications such as sepsis, rheumatic fever, and joint disease. Therefore, it is recommended that parents seek medical treatment for their child as soon as possible to prevent the condition from worsening and causing unnecessary harm to the child.