Patient's question:
Baby girl, only one month old, just starting out, feels a sore throat when talking, notices severe coughing, and also has a slight fever and lacks energy. Please ask: What symptoms and manifestations can tonsillitis cause in children?Doctor's answer:
Acute tonsillitis is one of the more common pediatric diseases. When a child contracts this illness, the first symptoms are usually sore throat and difficulty swallowing. The child may also develop a fever, which could range from a low-grade one to high-grade fever of 39-40 degrees Celsius. In such cases, many children also experience headaches, general body pain, or chills. At this stage, the child's tonsils are swollen and often enlarged. If the condition worsens further, more serious complications may arise, such as sepsis or endocarditis. Therefore, it is strongly advised that if your child exhibits any of the aforementioned symptoms, prompt medical attention should be sought.