Patient's question:
My son, who is 8 years old, initially experienced a slightly sore throat. I noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult, and he also had a low fever. Could you please tell me: What are the common symptoms and manifestations of tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
Currently, it appears that tonsillitis is indeed quite common, and its symptoms are also quite obvious. For example, children often cry incessantly due to throat pain and inability to swallow normally. The child may also have a fever, which can reach up to 40 degrees Celsius in severe cases. It should be taken seriously, and the child may also feel tired, have a headache, and in severe cases, even experience chills. It can be observed that the tonsils of the child are also red and swollen at this time, which is mostly caused by inflammation and congestion. If treatment is delayed, some children may develop serious complications such as nephritis or endocarditis. It is very serious for children to get tonsillitis, and it is hoped that parents can pay attention to this and take their children to the hospital for treatment as soon as possible.