Patient's question:
Boys, already 9 years old, at first, said that even drinking water with a sore throat felt painful. Noticed that the cough was quite severe, and at the same time, a bit of fever and lack of energy. Please ask: What symptoms are commonly caused by tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
If the child truly has tonsillitis, the first symptom is a sore throat, and as a result, the child will cry frequently because they cannot swallow. Additionally, the child usually has a fever, either a low-grade one that doesn't break or a high fever reaching 40 degrees Celsius. Along with the fever, the child may also experience chills, fatigue, and other symptoms. At the same time, due to diffuse congestion of the pharyngeal mucosa, the swelling of the tonsils in the child can be clearly observed. If attention is not given promptly, complications may occur, such as rheumatic fever, nephritis, and sepsis, among others. Therefore, it is essential to seek medical attention immediately once the above symptoms appear to prevent complications.