Patient's question:
My little girl, who is 4 years old, initially said she felt pain when swallowing. It was discovered that her voice was a bit hoarse when she spoke. Additionally, she had a slight fever and seemed lack of energy. Could you please tell me: What symptoms would a child show if they have tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
Most children who develop tonsillitis experience a severe sore throat, and the pain intensifies during swallowing. Additionally, many children may also have a persistent low fever or sudden high fever at this time. Symptoms such as headache, body aches, fatigue, and chills may also occur. It is clearly noticeable that the tonsils become red and swollen due to congestion. Children with severe symptoms may also develop complications, such as acute glomerulonephritis, acute rheumatic fever, or rheumatic endocarditis. Therefore, it is recommended that parents, if their child exhibits any of the above symptoms, should seek medical treatment promptly.