Patient's question:
Girl baby, currently 9 years old. At first, she said it hurt when she swallowed things. It was found that her cough was also quite severe, and at the same time, she had a slight fever and wasn't feeling well. Please ask: If a child has tonsillitis, what symptoms might she show.Doctor's answer:
As things stand, tonsillitis is indeed quite common, and its symptoms are also quite pronounced. For example, children often cry incessantly due to a sore throat, making it difficult for them to swallow normally. Children may also have a fever, which can reach up to 40 degrees Celsius in severe cases. It's important to take this seriously. Children may also experience headaches, and in severe cases, even feel pain all over their body. At the same time, they may also have chills and fatigue. At this stage, the tonsils are often swollen and red, not just red but also very swollen. If the condition continues to worsen, it may lead to some particularly severe complications, such as sepsis, acute rheumatic fever, etc. Therefore, we strongly advise this parent: if your child indeed has the symptoms mentioned above, it is essential to seek medical treatment promptly.