Patient's question:
My little girl is 4 years old. At first, she said her throat hurts. We noticed that her cough is quite severe, and it seems like her low fever hasn't gone away. Please ask: What are the common symptoms of tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
Pediatric tonsillitis is a common childhood illness, with sore throat being one of its common symptoms. Many children may cry and fuss due to sore throat, and most children will also experience persistent low fever or sudden high fever at this time. In addition to fever, children may also show symptoms such as chills, weakness, and headache. Upon careful observation, it can be found that the child's tonsils are entirely red and swollen. Complications such as sepsis, arthritis, and skin diseases may also occur. Therefore, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly if any of these symptoms are observed in children to prevent the occurrence of complications.