Patient's question:
My little girl, who is 4 years old, initially said that drinking water made her throat hurt. She also noticed that her voice was a bit hoarse when she spoke, accompanied by low fever. Please help me understand: What are the common symptoms of tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
When a child gets tonsillitis, the first thing they feel is a severe sore throat. Inflammation can even make it difficult to swallow food normally. Additionally, children often have a fever—either a low-grade one that doesn't break or a high fever reaching 40 degrees Celsius. At the same time, they may also experience a headache, body aches, fatigue, and chills. You can see that the child's tonsils are red and swollen at this time, which is usually due to inflammation and congestion. If treatment is delayed, some children may develop serious complications such as nephritis or endocarditis. You can observe the child's condition. If it seems severe, it's recommended to take them to the hospital for diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible.