Patient's question:
Female baby, only one month old, just starting. She said it hurts when she swallows something. She noticed that her cough is quite severe, and now she has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: What are the symptoms of tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
Many children now experience recurrent tonsillitis. The symptoms of tonsillitis are actually quite easy to identify. Firstly, most children will feel severe throat pain, and they are often accompanied by fever. This may range from low-grade fever that doesn't subside to high fever reaching 40 degrees Celsius. Along with fever, children may also have chills, fatigue, and other symptoms. At this time, the tonsils are also red, swollen, and congested. Moreover, it is not just the tonsils that become inflamed; further development can potentially affect the heart and kidneys, leading to conditions such as endocarditis and nephritis. It is clear that children's tonsillitis is a very serious disease and can even threaten the child's life. Parents must take their children to seek treatment promptly.