Patient's question:
Boy baby, just turned 2 months old. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking and noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. He has also had a slight fever for a while. Please ask: If the baby's tonsils are inflamed, what clinical manifestations would appear?Doctor's answer:
If a child has tonsillitis, the first symptom to appear is usually a sore throat, and the child's swallowing will also be accompanied by varying degrees of difficulty. Most children will have a fever, and in severe cases, the temperature can reach as high as 39-40 degrees Celsius. The child not only has a fever but may also experience chills, fatigue, and headache. The tonsils should be inflamed, congested, and swollen at this time. This condition may also lead to more serious complications such as sepsis, rheumatic fever, and joint disease. Therefore, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly once these symptoms are observed in a child to prevent the occurrence of complications.