Patient's question:
Boys, already 5 years old. At first, saying "gargle water" felt painful, noticed that the voice was a bit hoarse when speaking. Also, had a bit of fever all along. Please ask: What are the symptoms of pediatric tonsillitis?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. In severe cases, it can reach up to 40 degrees Celsius. During a fever, many children may also experience headache, body aches, and chills. At this time, the tonsils should become swollen, red, and congested. If this is not given due attention in a timely manner, it may lead to complications such as rheumatic fever, nephritis, and sepsis. Therefore, it is suggested that parents should take the child to the doctor for treatment as soon as possible to prevent the condition from worsening and causing unnecessary harm to the child.