Patient's question:
Boy, 8 years old, who has started elementary school. At first, he said his throat was sore. It was found that his cough seemed to be more severe, and he also had a slight fever and lacked energy. Please ask: what symptoms might a child have if he has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
When a child's tonsils become inflamed, they experience significant pain in their throat and ears, which affects normal swallowing. Moreover, most children also develop a persistent low fever or sudden high fever at this time. Additionally, the child may feel tired, have a headache, and in severe cases, experience chills. The tonsils may also appear red and swollen at this stage, usually due to inflammation and congestion. There may also be severe complications, such as nephritis or sepsis, which can directly threaten the child's life. You can observe the child's condition. If it is already quite serious, it is recommended to take them to the hospital for diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible.