Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 8 years old. At first, he said he had pain when swallowing, and I noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. Additionally, he had low-grade fever. I would like to ask: What symptoms and manifestations can occur if the tonsils become inflamed in children?Doctor's answer:
Pediatric tonsillitis is a common condition among children, with one of its common symptoms being sore throat. Many children may cry incessantly due to the sore throat, and most of them may also experience persistent low-grade fever or sudden high fever at this time. Additionally, children may have symptoms such as fatigue, headache, generalized pain, and chills. At this stage, the tonsils are also red and swollen, and children with severe symptoms may develop complications, such as acute glomerulonephritis, acute rheumatic fever, or rheumatic endocarditis. Therefore, it is recommended that parents seek medical treatment for their children as soon as possible to prevent the condition from worsening and causing unnecessary harm to the child.