Patient's question:
Boy baby, just turned 4 months old, just starting, said it hurts when swallowing things, found that coughing is quite severe, and a little feverish and lacking energy. Please ask: What are the clinical manifestations of tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
When a child's tonsils become inflamed, he experiences significant pain in his throat and ears, affecting normal swallowing. The child may also have varying degrees of fever, and young children may even have seizures due to high fever. Along with the fever, symptoms such as chills and headaches may also occur. Most children feel extremely weak, and it is clearly observable that the tonsils become red and swollen due to congestion. Moreover, the inflammation may not only affect the tonsils but can also progress to involve the heart and kidneys, potentially causing endocarditis or nephritis. Therefore, it is strongly recommended that parents seek medical attention promptly once they notice their child suffering from tonsillitis.