Patient's question:
Girl baby, currently 4 years old. At first, she felt a sore throat when speaking and noticed that her cough seemed to be quite severe as well. Additionally, it seemed like her low-grade fever had not subsided. Could you please tell me: What are the common symptoms and manifestations of tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child has tonsillitis, the first symptoms that usually appear are sore throat, and the child's swallowing will also be accompanied by varying degrees of difficulty. The child may also have a fever, which could be low-grade or as high as 39-40 degrees Celsius. Along with the fever, there may be chills, fatigue, and headache. At this time, the tonsils should become inflamed, red, and swollen. If this is not given immediate attention, it may lead to complications such as rheumatic fever, nephritis, and sepsis. Therefore, once these symptoms are observed in a child, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly to prevent complications.