Patient's question:
Girl baby, currently 5 years old. At first, she felt a sore throat when speaking and discovered that her cough seemed quite severe as well. Additionally, she has been slightly feverish for a while. Please ask: What symptoms would occur if the child's tonsils were inflamed?Doctor's answer:
Most children experience a sore throat after tonsillitis, and the pain intensifies when swallowing. Most children also develop a fever, which can reach as high as 39-40 degrees Celsius in severe cases. During a fever, many children may also experience headache, body aches, or chills. It can be observed that the tonsils are red and swollen at this time, which is mostly due to inflammation and congestion. Additionally, this type of illness may lead to more serious complications such as sepsis, rheumatic fever, and joint disease. Therefore, it is recommended that parents seek medical attention promptly if their child is diagnosed with tonsillitis.