Patient's question:
My son is 8 years old. At first, he said that even drinking water with his throat felt painful. He also noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when he spoke. Additionally, it seemed like he had a low-grade fever that never went away. I would like to ask: What symptoms might appear if the child's tonsils are inflamed?Doctor's answer:
When a child has tonsillitis, they will first feel a sore throat, which will then affect normal swallowing. The child may also experience varying degrees of fever. Young children may even have convulsions due to high fever. At the same time, they may also have a headache or general body pain. The tonsils of the child will be red and swollen at this time, and they are often larger than usual. In some cases, a few children may also develop complications such as bronchial asthma, sepsis, or nephritis. Therefore, it is recommended to this parent that if your child indeed has the above symptoms, it is essential to seek medical treatment promptly.