Patient's question:
My little girl, she is 3 years old. At first, she said her throat hurts. Then, I noticed she has severe coughing and accompanied by low fever. I am asking: What are the common symptoms of tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
If the child indeed suffers from tonsillitis, the first symptom is a sore throat. Consequently, the child will frequently cry due to difficulty swallowing. Additionally, the child often has a fever, either persistently low or high, reaching up to 40 degrees Celsius. In such cases, many children may also experience headaches, body aches, and chills. At this time, the tonsils of the child are red and swollen. Some children may also develop complications such as bronchial asthma, sepsis, or nephritis. Therefore, it is advised that if your child exhibits the above symptoms, it is essential to seek medical treatment promptly.