Patient's question:
Boy, he is already 6 years old. At first, he said it hurts when he swallows things. It was found that his voice is a bit hoarse when he speaks. Also, he has had a slight fever for a long time. Please ask: What are the common symptoms of pediatric tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
The tonsils are located in the throat. Therefore, if a child has a small tonsil inflammation, one of the most obvious symptoms is a sore throat and difficulty swallowing. At the same time, some children may also have a fever, which could be a persistent low-grade fever or even a high fever of up to 40 degrees Celsius. Additionally, the child may experience fatigue, headaches, general body pain, and chills. At this time, the child's tonsils may also be red and swollen, and they are often slightly enlarged. In more severe cases, the child may develop complications such as acute glomerulonephritis, acute rheumatic fever, or rheumatic endocarditis. It is very serious if a child gets tonsillitis, and parents should pay attention to this and take their child to the hospital for treatment as soon as possible.