Patient's question:
Boy, 10 years old, in primary school. At first, he said his throat hurts. It was found that swallowing seems to be a bit difficult, and it seems like a low fever that hasn't gone away. Please ask: If a child has tonsillitis, what are the clinical manifestations?Doctor's answer:
When a child has tonsillitis, they will first feel a sore throat. This can then affect normal swallowing, and the child usually has a fever—either a persistent low-grade fever or a high fever reaching 40 degrees Celsius. Along with the high fever, there may be chills, fatigue, and headaches. At this time, the tonsils are also red and swollen, and they are often larger than usual. This type of illness can also lead to more serious complications, such as sepsis, rheumatic fever, and joint disease. Tonsillitis symptoms can be quite severe and may even be life-threatening, so it is essential to seek timely treatment.