Patient's question:
Boy, 11 years old, in primary school. At first, he said he had pain when swallowing, noticed that his cough seemed to be more severe as well. He also had a slight fever and wasn't feeling well. Question: If a child has tonsillitis, what symptoms would they have?Doctor's answer:
Currently, tonsillitis is indeed quite common, and its symptoms are also quite obvious. For example, children often cry incessantly due to throat pain and difficulty swallowing normally. Moreover, most children may also experience persistent low fever or sudden high fever at this time. Children may also have headaches, and in severe cases, they may even have pain throughout their body. At the same time, they may also have chills and fatigue. It can be seen that the tonsils of the child are also red and swollen at this time, which is mostly caused by inflammation and congestion. The child may also develop complications such as sepsis, arthritis, and skin disorders. The symptoms of tonsillitis are quite serious and can even be life-threatening. Therefore, it is essential to seek timely treatment.