Patient's question:
Baby girl, only 2 months old, just starting out. When she talks, she feels a sore throat, and she seems to have a rather severe cough as well. Additionally, she has been slightly feverish for quite some time. Could you please tell me: What are the common symptoms of tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child has tonsillitis, the first symptoms that usually appear are sore throat, and the child's swallowing may also be accompanied by varying degrees of difficulty. 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 feel tired, have a headache, and in severe cases, may experience chills. The tonsils should become inflamed, congested, and swollen at this time. If the condition progresses, it may lead to some particularly serious complications, such as sepsis, acute rheumatic fever, and so on. Therefore, once the above symptoms appear, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly to avoid the occurrence of complications.