Patient's question:
Boys, who are already 9 years old, initially had a slight sore throat. They noticed that their cough seemed to be more severe as well. At the same time, they now have a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: What are the clinical manifestations if a child has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
Most children with tonsillitis will feel a sore throat, and the pain will be even more intense when swallowing. At the same time, children may also have a fever, which could be low-grade or as high as 39-40 degrees Celsius. In addition to fever, children may experience chills, fatigue, and headaches. At this stage, the tonsils are also red, swollen, and congested. In severe cases, complications may occur, such as acute glomerulonephritis, acute rheumatic fever, or rheumatic endocarditis. Tonsillitis symptoms can be quite serious and may even be life-threatening, so it is essential to seek timely treatment.