Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 9 years old. At first, he said his throat hurts, and I noticed that swallowing seems a bit difficult. Also, he has had a slight fever for a while. Could you please tell me: What are the common symptoms and manifestations of tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child has tonsillitis, the first symptom that usually appears is sore throat, and the child's swallowing will also be accompanied by varying degrees of difficulty. Fever is also a common symptom of tonsillitis, and in severe cases, it can even reach 40 degrees Celsius. The child may also experience fatigue, headache, generalized pain, chills, and other symptoms. When the tonsils are congested, swelling and redness can be observed. In severe cases, complications may occur, such as acute glomerulonephritis, acute rheumatic fever, or rheumatic endocarditis. You can observe the child's condition. If it is already quite serious, it is recommended to take the child to the hospital for diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible.