Patient's question:
Boy, 8 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he said that even drinking water with his throat felt painful. Later, he found that his cough was quite severe, and he also had a slight fever and no energy. Please ask: What are the clinical manifestations of tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
When a child has tonsillitis, the first symptom they will experience is a sore throat. This will then affect normal swallowing. At the same time, the child may also have a fever, or a low-grade fever, or even a high fever of 39-40 degrees Celsius. The child may also have a headache. In severe cases, they may even experience pain all over their body, accompanied by chills and fatigue. At this time, the tonsils of the child will be red and swollen. Moreover, it is not just tonsillitis; it can further develop and affect the heart and kidneys, potentially causing endocarditis and nephritis, among other complications. It is clear that children's 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.