Patient's question:
Boy, already 6 years old, at the beginning, felt sore throat even when drinking water, noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult, accompanied by low fever. Please ask: if a child has tonsillitis, what are the common symptoms that may appear.Doctor's answer:
Pediatric tonsillitis is a common illness among children, and one of its common symptoms is sore throat. Many children may cry and fuss incessantly due to sore throat. Additionally, children often experience fever, ranging from mild low-grade fever to high fever reaching 40 degrees Celsius. While fevering, children may also develop symptoms such as chills and fatigue. At the same time, due to diffuse congestion of the pharyngeal mucosa, the enlargement of the tonsils can be clearly observed. Children may also develop complications such as sepsis, arthritis, and skin disorders. Therefore, it is advised that parents should take their children to seek medical treatment early to prevent the condition from worsening and causing unnecessary harm to the child.