Patient's question:
Boy, just turned 6 months old, just started, said his throat hurts, found that his cough is quite severe, and also, it seems like a low fever hasn't gone away. Please ask: if a child's tonsillitis occurs, what are the common symptoms.Doctor's answer:
Most children with tonsillitis will feel a sore throat, and the pain will be more intense when swallowing. Some children may also have a fever, which could range from a low-grade fever to high fever up to 40 degrees Celsius. In addition to fever, they may experience chills, fatigue, and headaches. The tonsils should become swollen, red, and inflamed at this stage. If the condition progresses further, more serious complications may occur, such as sepsis, endocarditis, etc. You can observe the child's condition. If it is already severe, it is recommended to take the child to the hospital for diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible.