Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 1 year old. At first, he felt a sore throat when talking, noticed it, and had severe coughing. Also, it seems like he hasn't recovered from a low fever. Please ask: What are the common symptoms that occur with tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child actually develops tonsillitis, the first symptom is a sore throat, and because they are unable to swallow, the child will frequently cry. At the same time, the child may also have a fever, which could be a low-grade fever or a high fever of 39-40 degrees Celsius. Along with the fever, the child may also experience symptoms such as chills and fatigue. At this time, the tonsils should become inflamed, red, and swollen. If the condition progresses further, more severe complications may occur, such as sepsis or endocarditis. It is very serious if a child develops tonsillitis, and parents are encouraged to take this seriously and take their child to the hospital for treatment as soon as possible.