Patient's question:
Boy, 13 years old, in primary school. At first, he felt a slight pain in his throat, noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult, and it seemed like the low fever hadn't subsided. Please ask: What are the common symptoms of tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
Many children now experience recurrent tonsillitis, and the symptoms of tonsillitis are actually quite easy to detect. First, most children will feel a severe sore throat. While experiencing throat pain, some children may also develop a fever, which could range from a persistent low-grade fever to a high fever of up to 40 degrees Celsius. The child not only has a fever but may also exhibit symptoms such as chills, fatigue, and headache. It is clearly observable that the child's tonsils become red and swollen due to congestion. If treatment is delayed, some children may develop serious complications such as nephritis or endocarditis. Therefore, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly once these symptoms are detected in a child to prevent the occurrence of complications.