Patient's question:
My little girl, she's 1 year old. At first, she had a slight pain in her throat, and then I noticed her coughing quite severely. Additionally, she had a bit of fever and seemed lethargic. Could you please tell me: What are the common symptoms of tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
Acute tonsillitis is a common pediatric condition, with one of its typical symptoms being sore throat. Many children may cry nonstop due to sore throat. The child may also experience varying degrees of fever, and young children may even have convulsions due to high fever. Additionally, symptoms such as fatigue, headache, general body pain, and chills may also occur. At this time, the tonsils are also red and swollen, and this condition may also lead to more serious complications such as sepsis, rheumatism, and joint disease. The symptoms of tonsillitis can be quite severe and may even affect life, so it is essential to seek timely treatment.