Patient's question:
My little girl is one year old. At first, she had a slightly sore throat, and I noticed that her voice was a bit hoarse when she spoke. At the same time, she now has a high fever that won't go down. Could you please tell me: What symptoms are commonly seen when a child's tonsils get inflamed.Doctor's answer:
Childhood tonsillitis is one of the more prevalent pediatric diseases in the past two years. First and foremost, sore throat is one of the main symptoms, and if severe, it may spread to the ears. Fever is also a common symptom of tonsillitis, and in severe cases, it can even reach up to 40 degrees Celsius. The child may also experience headaches, and if severe, even general body pain. At the same time, they may have chills, fatigue, and upon close observation, the tonsils will be entirely red and swollen. If the condition progresses without improvement, it may lead to some particularly severe complications, such as sepsis or acute rheumatic fever. You can observe the child's condition—if it has become serious, it is recommended to take them to the hospital for diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible.