Patient's question:
My little girl, she's 9 years old. At first, she said it hurts when she swallows something. I noticed she's been coughing quite severely. Now, she's also got a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: What are the common symptoms of tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
If the child truly has tonsillitis, the first symptom is a sore throat, and due to difficulty swallowing, the child will frequently cry. Additionally, most children may also experience persistent low fever or sudden high fever at this time. Along with the fever, they may also have chills and headache, among other symptoms. Many children also feel extremely weak. At this stage, the tonsils are often red and swollen, and they are usually enlarged. If the condition progresses further, more serious complications may arise, such as sepsis, endocarditis, and others. Tonsillitis in children is very serious, and parents should pay close attention to it. They should take their child to the hospital for treatment as soon as possible.