Patient's question:
Boy, just turned 5 months old, newly started, says his throat hurts even when drinking water. He was found to have mild cough, and a bit of fever without energy. Please ask: What are the clinical manifestations of pediatric tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
When a child gets tonsillitis, the first thing they feel is a very sore throat. If the inflammation is severe, they may even have difficulty swallowing food normally. The child may also experience varying degrees of fever, and young children may even have convulsions due to high fever. At the same time, symptoms such as headache, body aches, fatigue, and chills may also appear. The tonsils will also be red, swollen, and congested. In some cases, a few children may also develop complications such as bronchial asthma, sepsis, or nephritis. Therefore, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly once the child exhibits these symptoms to prevent complications from occurring.