Patient's question:
My son is 6 years old. At first, he said he had a sore throat. It was found that his cough seemed to be quite severe as well, and it seemed like his low fever hadn't gone away. I'm asking: What symptoms will a child have if their tonsils get inflamed?Doctor's answer:
Many children now suffer from recurrent tonsillitis, and the symptoms of tonsillitis are actually quite easy to detect. First, most children will experience severe throat pain, often accompanied by fever. This could be a low-grade, persistent fever or even a high fever reaching 40 degrees Celsius. Additionally, symptoms such as headache, body aches, fatigue, and chills may also appear. At this time, the tonsils are usually swollen and red due to congestion. Moreover, this condition can lead to more serious complications, such as sepsis, rheumatic fever, and joint disease. The symptoms of tonsillitis are quite severe and can even be life-threatening. Therefore, it is essential to seek timely treatment.