Patient's question:
Boy, 8 years old, has started primary school. At first, he said he had pain when swallowing, and it was noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. At the same time, he had a low fever. Please ask: What symptoms often appear when children have tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
Most children with tonsillitis feel a severe sore throat, and the pain intensifies during swallowing. Some children may also experience vomiting during this stage. The temperature varies among individuals; low-grade fever can be monitored, but high fever requires immediate medical attention. Children may also develop headaches, and in severe cases, the pain can spread throughout the body, accompanied by chills and fatigue. At this stage, the tonsils are red and swollen. Beyond tonsillitis, further progression can potentially affect the heart and kidneys, leading to conditions such as endocarditis and nephritis. As a result, pediatric tonsillitis is a very serious illness, and it is crucial to detect and treat it as early as possible.