Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 7 years old. At first, when speaking, he felt a sore throat. He also found that his cough was quite severe. Additionally, he now has a high fever that won't go down. Could you please tell me: What are the clinical symptoms that occur if a child has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
When a child suffers from tonsillitis, the first thing they feel is a severe sore throat. If the inflammation is severe, they may even be unable to swallow food properly. Fever is also a common symptom of tonsillitis, with temperatures potentially rising to 40 degrees Celsius in serious cases. While having a fever, the child may also experience chills and fatigue. At this time, the tonsils are swollen and congested. In some cases, complications such as bronchial asthma, sepsis, or nephritis may also occur. If the child's condition continues to worsen, it is still recommended that parents do not delay and take the child to seek treatment as soon as possible.