Patient's question:
Female baby, only 3 months old. At first, she had a slightly sore throat, noticed it, and seemed to have some difficulty swallowing. Also, she had a slight fever and wasn't very energetic. Please ask: What symptoms might occur if a child has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
Most children with tonsillitis feel a sore throat, and the pain intensifies when swallowing. Some children may also experience vomiting during this stage. Body temperature varies, and low-grade fever can be monitored, but high fever requires immediate medical attention. Accompanying high fever are chills, fatigue, and headache. It is clearly observable that the child's tonsils are red and swollen due to congestion. Furthermore, tonsillitis can progress to affect the heart and kidneys, potentially causing endocarditis and nephritis. Therefore, it is advised that parents take their children to a doctor for early treatment to prevent the condition from worsening and causing unnecessary harm to the child.