Patient's question:
Boys, already 5 years old, at the beginning, when speaking, felt a sore throat, noticed that coughing seemed to be more severe, and now has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: If the child's tonsillitis is often frequent, what symptoms will there be?Doctor's answer:
Acute tonsillitis is one of the more common pediatric diseases. When children contract this illness, the first symptoms they will exhibit are sore throat and difficulty swallowing. They may also develop a fever, which could range from a low-grade one to a high-grade one of 39-40 degrees Celsius. Additionally, they may experience headaches, body aches, fatigue, chills, and other symptoms. At this time, the child's tonsils will be red and swollen, often appearing enlarged. Severe complications may also occur, such as nephritis or sepsis, which can directly threaten their lives. If the child's condition is indeed worsening, it is still recommended that parents do not delay and take them to seek treatment as soon as possible.