Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 5 years old. At first, he had a slightly sore throat and noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. He also had a low-grade fever. Could you please tell me: What are the symptoms of tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
If the child truly has tonsillitis, the first symptom is a sore throat. As a result, the child will frequently cry because they are unable to swallow. At the same time, some children may also develop a fever, which could be a persistent low-grade fever or even a high fever of up to 40 degrees Celsius. Along with the fever, symptoms such as chills and headaches may also occur. Most children also feel weak all over. At this stage, the tonsils are red, swollen, and congested. If the condition progresses further, more serious complications may arise, such as sepsis, endocarditis, and so on. It is clear that pediatric tonsillitis is a very serious disease and can even threaten the child's life. Parents must take their child to seek treatment in a timely manner.