Patient's question:
Boy, already 1 year old. At first, he said that swallowing things hurts. Noticed that his voice is a bit hoarse when speaking, and he has had a slightly feverish condition all along. Please ask: When a child has tonsillitis, what symptoms are commonly exhibited.Doctor's answer:
Pediatric tonsillitis is a common condition among children, and one of its common symptoms is sore throat. Many children may cry incessantly due to sore throat. The child may also develop a fever, which could range from a low-grade fever to a high fever of 39-40 degrees Celsius. The child not only has a fever but may also experience chills, fatigue, and headache. At this time, the tonsils should become inflamed, red, and swollen. In severe cases, complications may occur, such as acute glomerulonephritis, acute rheumatic fever, or rheumatic endocarditis. Therefore, it is advised that parents should take their children to seek medical treatment as soon as possible to prevent the condition from worsening and causing unnecessary harm to the child.