Patient's question:
My daughter, who is 3 years old, initially felt a sore throat when talking. She then developed severe coughing, and it seems like she hasn't recovered from a low-grade fever. Could you please tell me what symptoms are commonly associated with tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
If the child truly has tonsillitis, the initial symptom is a sore throat, and as a result, the child will frequently cry because they are unable to swallow. Moreover, most children will also have a persistent low fever or sudden high fever at this time. Additionally, the child may experience fatigue, headaches, generalized pain, chills, and other symptoms. Careful observation will reveal that the tonsils are entirely red and swollen, and severe complications may also occur, such as nephritis or sepsis, which directly threaten the child's life. It is very serious if a child gets tonsillitis, and parents should pay attention to this and take the child to the hospital for treatment as soon as possible.