Patient's question:
Boy, 13 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he said he had a sore throat. He noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. He also had a slight fever and felt lethargic. Please ask: What are the common clinical symptoms of tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
Acute tonsillitis is a common illness among children. One of its common symptoms is sore throat. Many children may cry incessantly due to sore throat. Most children will also experience fever, with temperatures as high as 39-40 degrees Celsius in severe cases. Headache or body pain may also accompany the condition. It is noticeable that the child's tonsils become red and swollen due to congestion. In some cases, complications such as bronchial asthma, sepsis, or nephritis may also occur. If the child's condition is indeed worsening, it is recommended that parents do not delay and should take the child to seek treatment as early as possible.