Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 7 years old. At first, he said it hurt when he swallowed, and we found that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. Moreover, he now has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: What are the possible symptoms if a child has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
Once tonsillitis occurs, most children experience self-reported sore throat. If the condition is inflamed, the ears may also follow with pain. Additionally, children often have a fever, which may range from a persistent low-grade fever to a high fever of 40 degrees Celsius. During fever, many children may also develop a headache or body aches, as well as chills. At the same time, due to diffuse congestion of the pharyngeal mucosa, the enlargement of the tonsils in children can be clearly observed. In some cases, a few children may also experience complications such as bronchial asthma, sepsis, or nephritis. Therefore, it is recommended that parents seek medical attention promptly once they notice their child suffering from tonsillitis.