Patient's question:
My boy, who is 5 years old, initially said that he had pain when swallowing. It was found that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. At the same time, he had a low fever. I would like to ask: What are the clinical symptoms that occur if a child has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
If the child truly has tonsillitis, the first symptom is usually a sore throat. Consequently, the child will frequently cry because they are unable to swallow. Fever is also a common symptom of tonsillitis. In severe cases, the temperature can rise to 40 degrees Celsius, and the child may feel tired, have a headache, and even experience chills if the condition worsens. Additionally, due to diffuse congestion of the pharyngeal mucosa, the swollen tonsils in the child can be clearly observed. If the condition progresses further, more severe complications may arise, such as sepsis, endocarditis, and others. 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.